Production Supervisor

Vertiv Co; Tognana; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv is seeking a Production Supervisor for Piove di Sacco (PD), Italy. You will oversee production planning, capacity management, and KPI monitoring to ensure timely, safe, and cost-efficient output. Strong MRP and Lean experience help drive continuous improvement across the production unit.

You will collaborate with HR, manage budgets, and lead a team in a fast-paced environment, following corporate standards and local regulations. Fluency in English at an intermediate level is required.

Qualifications

• High school in a technical field.
• 3-4 years of experience in a similar role.
• English language: intermediate.
• Knowledge of production management basics and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of IS including MRP systems.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing.
• MS Office proficiency and reporting skills.
• Experience in HR management and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Participate in production capacity planning and planning.
• Manage production, monitor efficiency, quality, delivery time and safety indicators.
• Utilize MRP system for production transparency and up-to-date data.
• Manage human resources in line with the production plan and HR.
• Prepare action plans and monitor implementation with performance metrics.
• Control costs and ensure lean manufacturing practices.
• Oversee internal logistics activities and budgeting for production unit.
• Support development of staff and ensure cross-department communication.
• Adhere to ISO/quality/safety procedures and company systems.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Safety consciousness

English (intermediate)

Problem-solving

Education

Technical high school diploma

Tools

MRP system

Oracle

MS Office

Job description

Who are we?

At Vertiv, we’re on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

We are currently seeking a Production Supervisor to join our dynamic team in Piove di Sacco (PD), Italy!

Production management in order to ensure the timely delivery of products with the required efficiency and quality in compliance with safety requirements and other requirements set by IMS and set goals. Financial management of production, including budgeting and controlling. Ensuring health and safety and environmental requirements.

Management of specific production areas with regard to:

• corporate objectives, section objectives, departmental objectives
• the needs and requirements of other stakeholder

What kind of work will you be doing?

• Actively participates in production capacity planning and production plan
• Manages production and monitors the fulfillment of production efficiency, delivery quality, delivery time, safety at work and other set indicators measuring the performance of production operations
• Actively uses the MRP system - ensures the transparency of production and up-to-date information about production
• Manages human resources in accordance with the production plan and in cooperation with HR
• Prepares action plans and monitors their implementation on the basis of the actual situation, performance indicators, tactical and strategic plans set for production, regularly reports in accordance with the communication plan and defined action plans
• Manages production and other related activities in order to achieve the highest efficiency and cost management in compliance with quality and safety requirements
• Provides internal logistics activities
• Creates the budget and financial plans for the production unit and individual improvement / investment and saving projects
• Monitors departmental needs and controls costs
• Ensures a standard working environment, constantly improves working conditions and overall employee satisfaction
• When implementing a new project / new or transferred products / processes, it adheres to the set system with emphasis on the implementation of lean manufacturing elements
• Manages sorting and repair operations in accordance with quality instructions, engineering or other stakeholders
• Ensures the development of human resources in accordance with the division / corporate strategic and tactical goals and objectives of the department
• Ensures regular communication within the department as well as with other departments of the division
• Performs all other activities related to the agreed type of work according to the instructions of the superior
• Follows the procedures, rules and principles of the integrated management system
• Operates in accordance with the rules of international trade of the ITC
• Works in accordance with the principles of lean manufacturing, and 5S

What will make you successful?

• High school in a technical field
• 3-4 years of experience with similar position.
• English language: intermediate
• Knowledge of the basics of production management and the principles of continuous improvement
• Knowledge of IS - including MRP systems
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing
• Knowledge of MS Office
• Presentation and reporting skills
• Knowledge of effective human resources management
• Effective communication skills
• High level of Safety consciousness, good knowledge of local safety standards and regulations
• Experience in using Oracle beneficial.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility, ability to make decisions, willingness to take risks, creativity, systematic approach, leadership skills

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS

Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

The anticipated salary range for this role in Piove di Sacco (PD), Italy is between 38.000€ to 47.000€ gross per year (based on a full-time working week). Certain roles may be eligible for variable compensation and benefits. Where applicable, a comprehensive overview of the full benefits package and any additional compensation will be provided during the recruitment process in accordance with local legal requirements. Compensation is determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria, including skills, experience, and job responsibilities.

The applicable National Collective Bargaining Agreement (CCNL) for this role is Metalmeccanico Industria.

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