Production Manager

Location: Alba

The Production Manager is responsible for delivering operational, quality, and financial performance across a dedicated production unit. The role ensures optimal use of production resources, drives continuous improvement, and leads team development while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
This position acts as a key reference point for all activities related to production excellence, innovation, and product development within the assigned unit.

Main Responsibilities:

Prepare and manage production, maintenance, energy, and general expenditure budgets for the assigned unit
Identify and support investment needs to enhance production capabilities and plant performance
Monitor operational performance and drive cost, efficiency, and waste optimization
Ensure effective use of production resources to maximize operational performance and efficiency
Approve and oversee the execution of weekly production plans, taking corrective action when required
Collaborate with production planning teams to meet output, efficiency, and quality targets
Ensure compliance with quality standards, work instructions, and product specifications
Guarantee adherence to food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety regulations across the production area
Promote a strong quality and safety culture
Plan, coordinate, and supervise team activities within the production unit
Contribute to workforce planning (short- and long-term)
Define objectives and evaluate team performance in alignment with plant guidelines
Support talent development, capability building, and engagement initiatives
Drive absenteeism management and foster a positive working environment
Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes and performance
Promote operational excellence through structured improvement programs and methodologies
Support innovation and enhancement projects within the production system
Set priorities for maintenance interventions in collaboration with maintenance teams
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of maintenance plans

About You:

University degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Management, or a related field
Solid experience in manufacturing, production, or plant operations (FMCG experience preferred)
Strong understanding of production processes, quality standards, and safety regulations
Continuous improvement mindset (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma exposure is an advantage)
Strong analytical and budget management capabilities
Proven leadership capability with team management exposure
Ability to work cross-functionally and drive operational excellence
About Ferrero:
Ferrero began its journey in the small town of  Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946.  Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet‑packaged food companies, with many  iconic brands  sold in countries all over the world. Find out more at
DE&I at Ferrero:
Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey  diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.

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