Production Manager

Lear; Melfi; In loco; EUR 45.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A global manufacturing leader in Melfi, Italy, is seeking an Operations Manager to ensure production objectives are met and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering, proven experience in operations management, and strong leadership skills, fluent in both English and Italian. This role offers an opportunity to lead a dedicated team and contribute to the company's success.

Competenze

• Proven experience in production or operations management.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement.
• Familiarity with IATF standards is required.

Mansioni

• Ensure production objectives and KPIs are achieved.
• Plan, organize, and optimize resources.
• Monitor production performance and manage deviations.
• Lead problem-solving with various departments.

Conoscenze

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Fluent in English

Fluent in Italian

Formazione

Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical background

Descrizione del lavoro

We work hard for the people who work for us. We champion our teams. We foster collaboration, inclusion, respect and excellence. What we are trying to say is we want to be more for you.

We are your path to a better career, a better future, and a better you.

Our teams have invented groundbreaking technologies, flawlessly manufactured millions of products and earned a long list of awards. Year after year, we are one of the World's Most Admired Companies.

Our teams are the secret to our success. They are empowered, inventive and inclusive. Passionate about their craft. Driven to succeed. Because we all understand that we must work together to win.

Are you ready for a better career? A better future?

Reports to: Operation Manager
Direct Reports: Shift Leaders
Internal Interfaces: Plant Management, Central Functions, Other Plants
External Interfaces: Customers, Raw Material & Equipment Suppliers

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• Ensure production objectives and KPIs (safety, quality, delivery, cost) are achieved
• Plan, organize, and optimize resources (people, equipment, materials)
• Monitor production performance, manage deviations, and ensure proper shift handovers
• Lead problem-solving with Quality, Maintenance, Logistics, Product Development, HR
• Analyze and reduce scrap, rework, and quality issues
• Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives (Lean, CI, O.I.P.)
• Perform risk analysis and ensure compliance with IATF standards
• Evaluate and develop team performance with support from HR
• Maintain positive relations with trade unions and stakeholders

Requirements:

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical background
• Proven experience in production or operations management
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, IATF standards
• Leadership skills with ability to manage and motivate teams
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management
• Fluent in English and Italian