Production Shift Manager

Stellantis; Atessa; On-site; EUR 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellantis is seeking a Production Shift Manager to lead the assigned shift in our manufacturing unit, ensuring safety, quality, cost and delivery targets are met in line with SIS. The role combines operational leadership with a focus on continuous improvement and people development.

The candidate will coordinate Supervisors and Team Leaders, manage staffing levels, analyze performance data, and promote a culture of accountability while upholding Stellantis values on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with automotive production processes and performance indicators.
• 3–7 years in production environments including team coordination.

Responsibilities

• Oversee shift production activities and coordinate Supervisors and Team Leaders.
• Ensure achievement of targets for UTEs and operating units.
• Monitor attendance, workforce utilization and staff development within the shift.
• Contribute to Health, Safety, and Environment management on site.
• Drive Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) implementation and continuous improvement projects.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration with Quality, Maintenance, Logistics and HR.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Engineering degree (preferably Mechanical or Electrical/Electronic)

Job description

Stellantis is a leading global mobility player guided by a clear mission: to provide freedom of movement for all through distinctive, appealing, affordable and sustainable mobility solutions. Our Company's strength lies in the breadth of our iconic brand portfolio, the diversity and passion of our 300,000 people, and our deep roots in the communities in which we operate

We are looking for a Production Shift Manager

The Shift Manager is responsible for the overall management of the production shift within the assigned production unit, ensuring the achievement of safety, quality, cost, delivery, and people-related objectives, in compliance with company standards and the Stellantis Industrial System (SIS).

The role acts as an operational leader, promoting a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and people development.

Main Responsibilities

Shift and Operations Management

• Ensure the proper execution of production activities during the assigned shift
• Coordinate Supervisors, Team Leaders, and operational resources
• Guarantee the achievement of production targets for UTEs/Operating Units
• Manage operational issues by making timely and structured decisions
• Verify the application of operating standards and basic conditions

People Management and Leadership

• Manage, support, and develop Supervisors and Team Leaders within the shift
• Monitor attendance, absenteeism, and effective workforce utilization
• Foster continuous feedback and employee engagement
• Promote leadership behaviors aligned with Stellantis values
• Support performance evaluation, development, and recognition processes

Health, Safety, and Environment

• Ensure the implementation of the Health and Safety Management System
• Coordinate the analysis of events, unsafe acts/conditions, near misses, and human errors
• Support safety, environmental, and process audits
• Promote environmental improvement initiatives in compliance with company standards

Stellantis Industrial System (SIS) and Continuous Improvement

• Promote and support the implementation of the Stellantis Industrial System (SIS)
• Analyze performance losses related to cost, quality, safety, and delivery
• Define improvement targets for UTEs and workshops, monitoring their progress
• Drive continuous improvement through structured projects
• Disseminate best practices and process standardization
• Support initiatives related to ergonomics, line balancing, and reduction of non-value-added activities

Communication and Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Ensure clear and effective communication within the shop floor
• Foster alignment with support functions (Quality, Maintenance, Logistics, HR, Safety)
• Share results, priorities, and action plans
• Contribute to building a climate of trust, collaboration, and shared accountability

Required Skills

Technical Skills

• Degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical or Electrical/Electronic)
• Knowledge of automotive production processes
• Ability to analyze data and performance indicators
• Structured problem-solving skills

3-7 years of experience in a production environment, preferably automotive, covering technical, operational and team coordination responsibilities.

Organizational Relationships

• Collaborates with: Quality, Maintenance, Logistics, HR, Safety, Engineering
• Shift-based work (05.45 - 13.45, 14.15 - 22.15, 22.15 - 05.45)

Offer

• Salary range: from 43 K€ to 55 K€, that will be defined depending on the level of adherence of the candidate to the job requirements
• Collective Agreement: In accordance with the provisions of the Specific Collective Labour Agreement (CCSL – CNEL code: CO10), and in particular with regard to the classification within the third professional area.

At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit and business needs. We welcome applications from people of all gender identities, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation and disability.

Diverse teams, will allow us to better meet the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.