Time And Methods Supervisor

Nordson; Rubiera; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nordson Precision Agriculture in Rubiera, Italy, seeks a Time and Methods Supervisor to drive productivity by optimizing work methods and production standards. You will lead the Time & Methods function, deliver improvement projects, and work with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency on the shop floor.

You will guide two experienced colleagues, spend time on the floor observing processes, and ensure changes are economically justified and aligned with the business case.

Qualifications

• Proven Time & Methods or time studies in manufacturing.
• Leadership experience of ~3–5 years preferred.
• Strong Excel skills with large data sets.
• Project-management capability coordinating stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead Time & Methods department and mentor two senior team members.
• Define, maintain and improve production standards and cycles.
• Conduct time studies and analyze methods, material movement and value creation on the shop floor.
• Identify improvement opportunities and validate with data-driven analysis.
• Plan and manage productivity projects with manufacturing stakeholders.
• Develop economics for improvement and ROI for projects.
• Monitor outcomes vs. budget and business case.
• Contribute to line balancing and efficient work organization.
• Collaborate with Production, Logistics, HSE, Industrialisation, Moulding and Planning.
• Promote Lean Manufacturing and proactive problem solving.

Skills

Time & Methods leadership

Leadership

Excel

Project management

Lean Manufacturing

Shop floor intuition

Communication

ERP/SAP knowledge

Tools

SAP

CAD

Job description

Job Description

Nordson Precision Agriculture, a global leader in precision farming technologies, is seeking a highly motivated and talented Time and Methods Supervisor to join our team in Rubiera, Italy. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we are looking for candidates who share that same commitment.

Summary of the role

The core mission of the role is to improve manufacturing performance through the optimization of work methods, production standards, and operational processes, driving productivity, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the organization.

As Time and Methods Supervisor, you will lead the Time & Methods function within our Manufacturing organisation. You will balance the reliable management of production standards with a strong focus on identifying, evaluating and delivering improvement projects that increase productivity, efficiency and operational performance.

You will guide and develop two experienced team members, work closely with colleagues across the manufacturing organisation and bring a practical, data-driven approach to the shop floor. The role offers meaningful autonomy: you will independently manage routine departmental activities while collaborating with key stakeholders on technical, economic and organisational project decisions.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your ideas and contributions will be valued and respected.

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead the Time & Methods department and support the development and collaboration of two experienced team members.
• Define, maintain and improve production standards, including new cycles, revisions to existing cycles and requirements for new products.
• Conduct time studies and analyse work methods, material movement and value creation directly on the shop floor.
• Identify improvement opportunities and validate them through structured, data-driven analysis.
• Plan and manage productivity and operational improvement projects in collaboration with Manufacturing stakeholders.
• Develop the economic rationale for improvement and investment projects, including expected labour-hour savings and return.
• Monitor implemented projects and compare actual results with the agreed budget and business case.
• Contribute to line balancing, efficient work organisation and the continuous improvement of assembly and production processes.
• Work closely with Production, Logistics, HSE, Industrialisation, Moulding and Production Planning.
• Promote Lean Manufacturing, practical problem-solving and a proactive improvement culture across the organisation.

Skills and Qualifications

Must-have:

• Proven professional experience in Time & Methods or time studies within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience leading a team or department, with approximately three to five years of leadership experience preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with significant amounts of operational and economic data.
• Practical project-management capability, including setting realistic objectives, coordinating stakeholders and driving projects forward.
• Sound knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
• A hands‑on manufacturing mindset and willingness to spend time on the shop floor observing processes, material movement and value creation.
• Curious, self‑motivated and results‑oriented approach, with the confidence to challenge established methods and support change.
• Strong communication and stakeholder‑management skills across different functions and organisational levels.

Nice-to-have:

• Experience in discrete product manufacturing; mechanical, metalworking, CNC or assembly environments are particularly relevant.
• Experience with investment projects, business cases or ROI analysis.
• Knowledge of CAD for understanding or adjusting plant layouts.
• Knowledge of ERP systems or SAP.
• Experience with specific Time & Methods or ergonomics software.
• English-language capability.

Travel

• No travel required for the role.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for growth and development. Our benefits do further include:

• A structured onboarding programme with introductions to key departments and basic and advanced product training.
• Direct exposure to Manufacturing, Production and shop-floor operations, with knowledge sharing from experienced colleagues.
• Significant autonomy to shape departmental priorities and turn improvement ideas into practical results.
• An environment that encourages continuous learning, collaboration and learning from experience.

Join ARAG S.r.l. – A Global Leader in Precision Farming Solutions

ARAG S.r.l. designs, manufactures, and supplies advanced components and systems for crop spraying, weed control, and crop protection, serving the Precision Farming sector. With a strong foundation in research, technological innovation, sustainability, and a people‑centric approach, ARAG has become one of the leading global players in agricultural technology.

Founded in 1976 in Rubiera (Reggio Emilia), ARAG is part of Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq: NDSN), serving as its Precision Agriculture Division (PAG).

You’ll join a fast‑growing, internationally recognized organization committed to excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

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