Production Manager: Digital & Continuous Improvement Leader

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

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