As Production Manager in CRI-MAN, your mission is to ensure the collaboration of production and inbound logistics, delivering highquality products on time and at optimal cost. You will lead your teams with a focus on continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, six sigma and operational excellence, while fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and accountability.
You will be responsible for overseeing the full scope of manufacturing operations, including the Manufacturing Engineering team, Manufacturing Planning Team, Logistics, and a Shop Floor team of Foreman and Operators. Your leadership will be critical in driving safety, quality, efficiency and performance across the plant.
You will actively contribute to shaping and executing the manufacturing strategy in close collaboration with the management team, ensuring alignment with company goals and driving long-term success for the CRI-MAN brand being produced in Correggio. You will report to the General Manager of the Product Company CRI-MAN.
In close alignment with the General Manager and the division you will be in charge of the following activities:
- Continue to integrate the operations processes of the Product Company into the Atlas Copco operations processes.
- Lead and manage a cross-functional team including Manufacturing Engineers, Manufacturing Planners, Logistics, Foreman and Operators.
- Oversee daily production operations to meet safety requirements, output, quality, and cost objectives.
- Drive lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement across all areas of your responsibility.
- Ensure efficient material flow from inbound logistics to production lines.
- Collaborate with the Purchasing Department and Suppliers (with the Call-Off function) to guarantee timely delivery of raw materials
- Develop and execute production plans aligned with customer demand and capacity.
- Be a key contributor to Product Quality Meetings (PQMs, TCMs), Cost Cut Meetings (CC7), New Product Developments (NPD), PTMs (Project Team Meetings), PCMs (Project Committee Meetings, divisional and local).
- Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to support smooth operations.
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPls) for production and logistics.
- Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
- Align with Marketing on Market needs.
- Be an ambassador for the Product Company in diverse Divisional and cross-divisional platforms and Boards Meetings (Production Council, Business Review Meetings).
We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.
- Bachelor's degree - or above- in Engineering studies or equivalent.
- Proven experience in managing cross-functional manufacturing teams.
- Strong background in production planning, logistics, and lean manufacturing, preferably in the international manufacturing industry.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop diverse teams.
- Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments is a plus.
- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain, and production systems.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools.
- Excellent command of both ltalian and English is mandatory.
- Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Kaizen, Six Sigma).
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Strong leadership presence with a hands-on, proactive approach.
- Passionate about operational excellence and team development.
- Results-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Able to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Location: Ability to work in Correggio, Italy 5 days / week.
- Culture of trust and accountability
- Lifelong learning and career growth
- Innovation powered by people
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits
- Health and well-being
Option 1: On-Site
This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Correggio, Italy (IT). You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.
Talent Acquisition Team: Katharina Hess
