Head of Production | International Machine Tool Company Northern Italy
Our client is a globally renowned manufacturer of high-precision machine tools with production sites and sales organizations worldwide. To strengthen the management team at its production facility in Pordenone, Italy, we are seeking an experienced and hands-on Head of Production.
The Head of Production is responsible for leading and optimizing all manufacturing operations to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality machine tools while meeting cost, productivity, safety and customer satisfaction objectives. The role drives operational excellence through effective production planning, people leadership, continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.
Production Planning & Execution
- Develop and execute the production plan in line with business priorities and customer commitments.
- Monitor production progress and proactively resolve bottlenecks.
- Balance production capacity and available resources.
- Ensure on-time delivery while maintaining quality and cost targets.
Operations Management
- Lead all production departments including Mechanical Assembly, Electrical Assembly, Commissioning, Testing and Internal Logistics.
- Ensure efficient utilization of manpower, equipment and production facilities.
- Coordinate production priorities and optimize production flow.
People Leadership
- Lead, coach and develop production managers, supervisors and team leaders.
- Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement.
- Support workforce planning and recruitment activities together with HR.
Cost & Budget Management
- Manage the production budget and monitor labor productivity and manufacturing costs.
- Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives.
- Support investment decisions related to production equipment and technologies.
Your Profile
- Technical education or university degree, preferably in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
- Several years of leadership experience in industrial production, ideally within the machine tool or machinery industry.
- Strong background in production planning, assembly, shopfloor management and operational excellence.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing and process optimization.
- Proven leadership skills and a structured, hands-on approach.
- Experience with ERP systems; SAP is an advantage.
- Good command of English; Italian and/or German are an advantage.
The Offer
- Key leadership position within an internationally successful industrial group.
- High level of responsibility and direct influence on operational performance.
- Opportunity to shape and further develop an established manufacturing organization.
If you are an experienced production leader who enjoys driving operational excellence and leading high-performing teams, we look forward to receiving your application.
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