PRODUCTION

Ariston Group; Saltillo; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Calorex, part of Ariston Group, is seeking an experienced Operations Manager in Saltillo, Mexico. You will lead manufacturing operations, drive safety, quality, and productivity, and manage people, materials, equipment, and facilities to meet daily targets.

Reporting to the Operations Director, you will develop a high-performing team, ensure compliance with the Safety Operating System, and optimize processes across metalworking operations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• 5+ years in Production/Manufacturing leadership roles in metalworking environments.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Good written and spoken English ability.

Responsibilities

• Achieve daily production targets for volume, mix, quality and schedule.
• Manage resources: people, materials, equipment, and facilities.
• Monitor critical process parameters to meet quality and expectations.
• Lead, coach and develop the production team for engagement and accountability.
• Drive safety initiatives and ensure compliance with Safety OS and standards.
• Identify risks and address them to maintain a safe workplace.
• Foster cross-department collaboration to improve plant performance.

Skills

Production management

People leadership

Quality & safety

English proficiency

Process optimization

Education

Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

World Class Manufacturing (WCM) pillars (WO/Autonomous Maintenance)

Job description

With more than 75 years in the market, Calorex has positioned itself as the leader in offering water heating solutions in Mexico. Calorex is constantly innovating to offer the best water heaters, developing eco-efficient and environmentally friendly technologies. Our global quality standards, durability, sustainability and energy saving are characteristics that lead us to be recognized worldwide.

Calorex is part of Ariston Group, a global leader in sustainable climate and water comfort, listed on Euronext Milan. In 2025 the group reported 2.7 billion-euro revenues, with almost 11,000 employees, direct presence in 41 countries in 5 continents, 32 production sites and 31 research and development centers. The group demonstrates its commitment to sustainability through renewable and high-efficiency solutions, including heating heat pumps, water heating heat pumps, hybrids, domestic ventilation, air handling, electric components, and solar thermal systems, while continuously investing in technological innovation, digitalization, and advanced connectivity solutions. The group operates under global strategic brands Ariston, Wolf and Elco, and brands such as Calorex, NTI, Atag, Domotec, Brink, Chromagen, Racold, as well as Thermowatt and Ecoflam in the components and combustion technologies business.

We are looking for an experienced and results-driven Operations Manager to join our team. As Operations Manager, reporting directly to the Operations Director, you will be responsible for leading manufacturing operations and ensuring the effective management of people, materials, equipment, machinery, and facilities within your area.

You will play a key role in achieving daily production targets while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, productivity, and operational efficiency. You will also be responsible for fostering a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with critical process parameters, and developing an engaged and accountable team.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure daily production targets are achieved in terms of volume, product mix, quality, and schedule.
• Effectively manage available resources, including people, materials, equipment, machinery, and facilities.
• Monitor and maintain critical process parameters to ensure products consistently meet quality and customer expectations.
• Lead, coach, and develop the production team, promoting engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Drive safety initiatives and ensure compliance with the company's Safety Operating System and established safety standards.
• Identify and proactively address operational and workplace risks to maintain a safe working environment.
• Promote teamwork and collaboration across departments to support overall plant performance.

Qualifications & Experience:

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, or Production Leadership role, preferably within a metalworking or metal-mechanical manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, including cutting, stamping, welding, painting, and assembly.
• Experience with World Class Manufacturing (WCM) methodologies, particularly Workplace Organization (WO) and Autonomous Maintenance (AM) pillars.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate, and develop production teams.
• A results-oriented and proactive approach, with strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a hands-on manufacturing leader who combines strong operational knowledge with people leadership. The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment, driving results while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, efficiency, and team development.

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people. We strive to provide a work environment that is accessible, welcoming and inclusive, in full compliance with applicable legal requirements. In line with this commitment, we promote fair, transparent and equitable reward practices. The compensation package will be determined based on the experience, skills and the scope of the role, applying objective and gender‑neutral criteria. We believe that transparency and fairness are essential to building trust, fostering inclusion and ensuring equal opportunities for everyone.