Production Manager

covestro; Italia; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Covestro in Filago (BG) seeks a Production Manager to lead safety, quality and productivity across a manufacturing site. You will drive continuous improvement, manage KPIs such as OEE and scrap, and guide a team of shift supervisors and leaders.

The role involves digital tooling adoption (MES, dashboards) and a strong focus on sustainability and engagement. Ideal candidates hold an engineering degree, 5+ years in production management in complex environments, and fluency in Italian and English

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering (Chemical/Mechanical/Industrial or equivalent)
• At least 5 years in production management in complex manufacturing
• Solid background in KPI management (OEE, productivity, quality, scrap)
• Experience with digital production support systems (MES, dashboards)
• Italian near-native and fluent English required

Responsibilities

• Ensure production targets for Safety, Quality, Service and Productivity with KPIs like OEE and scrap rates
• Lead, coach and develop shift supervisors and team leaders
• Drive continuous improvement and Operational Excellence through structured problem solving and RCA
• Support digital transformation with MES, data platforms, dashboards and analytics
• Promote sustainability, energy efficiency and responsible resource use in daily decisions
• Lead organizational change while maintaining engagement across teams
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and regulatory standards
• Foster open communication and cross‑functional collaboration

Skills

Leadership

KPI management

Digital transformation

Change leadership

Conflict management

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

MES

Data platforms

Operational dashboards

Job description

We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18.000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.

Covestro, leader in the production of technopolymers for the global market, is looking for a candidate to join our manufacturing site in Filago (BG) as Production Manager.

This is a key leadership role within the Operations team, with full responsibility for Safety, Quality, Service and Productivity performance. Beyond operational results, the Production Manager will be expected to lead and develop the production organisation through visible, credible and people-centred leadership — driving cultural transformation, empowering teams and building a continuous improvement mindset across all levels.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the selected candidate will take on the following responsibilities:

• Ensure the achievement of production targets in terms of Safety, Quality, Service and Productivity, managing KPIs such as OEE, scrap rates and operational efficiency;
• Lead, coach and develop shift supervisors and team leaders, fostering accountability, autonomy and professional growth within the production organisation;
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and Operational Excellence through structured problem-solving and Root Cause Analysis methodologies;
• Support digital transformation initiatives and the adoption of digital tools (MES, data collection systems, operational dashboards, analytics) to improve production performance;
• Integrate sustainability, energy efficiency and responsible resource use into daily operational decisions;
• Lead organisational change processes, guiding people through operational and cultural transformations while maintaining high levels of engagement;
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and regulatory standards;
• Promote open communication and cross-functional collaboration across departments.

WHAT YOU OFFER

The ideal candidate has a degree in Engineering (preferably Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial or Management Engineering) or has equivalent technical experience.

Experience:

• At least 5 years in production management within complex manufacturing environments, with direct experience leading operational staff, supervisors and shift-based or continuous cycle operations;
• Solid background in KPI management (OEE, productivity, quality, scrap), production planning and Continuous Improvement / Operational Excellence methodologies;
• Experience with digital production support systems (MES, data platforms, operational dashboards) and ability to drive digital transformation and process simplification initiatives;
• Sensitivity towards sustainability, energy efficiency and responsible resource management;
• Background in chemical, plastics, pharmaceutical, food, packaging or process industries is preferred;
• Visible Leadership & People Development: ability to build effective relationships at all levels, develop supervisors and team leaders, manage performance and foster accountability and professional growth;
• Organisational & Change Leadership: experience leading organisational change and cultural transformations, creating collaborative and results-oriented environments, and maintaining team engagement throughout transitions;
• Conflict Management: ability to handle complex situations and diverse stakeholders, mediating effectively between operational, organisational and business needs.

Language Requirements:

• Near-native proficiency in Italian is required and fluency in English, both written and spoken, is essential

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Contract Type:Permanent
• Place of work:Filago (BG)
• National Collective Agreement:Chemical Industry
• Local Grade:Quadro
• Annual Fixed Salary: 60.000-80.000 Euro

Contact Us

www.covestro.com

Covestro welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of racial or ethnic origin, skin color, nationality, religion, philosophy, gender, age, physical characteristics, marital status, disability, appearance, sexual orientation and sexual identity. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.