Production Manager

Packly is a Tech Product Company that has built an innovative platform to design and produce high quality custom packaging with no minimum order.
We are revolutionizing the packaging industry with a state of art packaging creation experience. We achieve this by enabling packaging creators and designers to seamlessly upload their creation, prototype it in 3D, share with stakeholders and then print highly customized packaging in 48hrs, no matter if 1 or 100.000.
At our core, we are committed to be true green, embracing the circular economy and reducing waste in every aspect of our activities.
Our sustainable processes and 100% recyclable products align with our vision to create environmentally responsible solutions. Also by nature of our design and printing setup, we eliminate the need for oversized, standard and non attractive cardboard packaging. We are recognized as a market leader in Web-to-Pack, allowing our users to create an ultimate unboxing experience for their customers whilst protecting the contents in a relevant manner.
Thousands of happy customers have enjoyed the Packly Experience and we are now expanding our Team to serve our global community even better. We are seeking talented individuals who share our passion for both packaging and technology and are eager to contribute to our ambitious plans.
Join us as we continue to transform the packaging industry with our cutting-edge solutions
**Production Manager Job description**:
Packly is a dynamic, fast-paced and ever-changing environment; as a Production Manager you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the packaging production process. This includes managing and leading a team of team leader and workers, monitoring production schedules, ensuring product quality and efficiency, pursuing continuous improvement to optimize the entire production processes.
**Responsibilities**:
- Develop and implement production plans, schedules and budget to meet production targets;
- Oversee production progress, identify and resolve production issues and provide regular reports to Board;
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams such as sales, maintenance, procurement, HR and quality assurance to ensure smooth production operations;
- Ensure that the production processes comply with quality standards and regulations and implement corrective actions as needed;
- Identify opportunities or process improvements and efficiency enhancements and implement best practices to optimize production operations;
- Lead analysis to solve production issues in order to minimize downtime;
- Establish and maintain a positive work environment, fostering teamwork, accountability and employee engagement;
- Conduct performance evaluations, set performance goals and provide training and development opportunities for team members;
- Coordinate with the logistic and shipping department to ensure timely shipment of finished goods.
**Required skills and qualifications**:
- Master Degree in Management, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering;
- Proven experience in production management, with digital approach, preferably in manufacturing environment _(at least 3 years);_
- Strong knowledge of production processes, quality control principles and continuous improvement methodologies;
- Strong problem-solving and decision making mindset, with a focus on delivering results and improving efficiency;
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop employees;
- Excellent communication_ (both in Italian and English)_ and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams such as Sales, Procurement, Finance, Quality, HR, Maintenance, Logistics.