Head of Operational Excellence Nerviano Site

Head of Operational Excellence Nerviano Site
Business Area: Industrial Operations & HSE
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Milano, IT
Chiesi is an international research‑focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years’ experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its Headquarter in Parma, Italy. We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.
Chiesi Global Manufacturing Division
Chiesi Group has three production plants:
Parma (Italy), the strategic hub for the production and distribution of our products, serving as an international supply center with exports to over 80 countries. Here, solid medicines such as tablets and dry powders for inhalers, solutions and suspensions for inhalations and sterile suspension vials for endotracheal administration are produced.
In 2024, a new Biotech Centre of Excellence has launched in Parma. Blois‑La Chaussée Saint Victor plant (France), a center of excellence specializing in the production of Dry Powder Inhalers and Metered Dose Inhalers (MDIs). The site manages direct distribution to customers in the French market and exports to other markets, effectively meeting both local and international needs.
Santana de Parnaiba (Brazil), specialized in the production of pressurized solutions and suspensions for inhalation therapy (pMDIs). Additionally, it has an area dedicated to nasal sprays for the European market. Santana produces pressurised solutions and suspensions for inhalation therapy (MDI).
In 2025, a new investment in Nerviano (Italy) has been announced with the construction of a new facility which will be primarily dedicated to manufacturing carbon minimal inhalers (reinforcing the company’s commitment to both patients’ health and sustainable healthcare solutions), dry powder inhalers and sterile biological products.
We are looking for the Head of Operational Excellence for the Nerviano Site, a strategic leader responsible for elevating performance standards and embedding a culture of continuous improvement across the organization. Lead operational excellence initiatives within the plant to improve efficiency, quality, and cost‑effectiveness.
Monitor and analyze plant performance metrics, identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement.
Collaborate with production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment with global standards.
Drive waste reduction and productivity improvement projects, ensuring timely execution and measurable results.
Support digital transformation initiatives and adoption of new technologies at the plant.
Facilitate training and coaching for plant teams to build a culture of continuous improvement.
Report progress and outcomes to the Director of Operational Excellence and contribute to strategic planning.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
~10+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or process improvement roles.
~ Proven track record in implementing Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
~ Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities with a data‑driven mindset.

Additional languages could be a plus.
Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.
We provide top‑class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work‑life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support. Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.
All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment based on attitude and merit, without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable laws.