Production & Quality Control Manager

p LHH is supporting a well-established manufacturing company, part of an international industrial group, in the search for a Production Quality Control Manager.

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p The successful candidate will play a key role within the organization, overseeing production, quality, and procurement activities while ensuring operational efficiency, product quality, customer service excellence, and overall business profitability.

/p Operating in a highly customized manufacturing environment, the selected professional will work cross-functionally with different departments to ensure effective control and coordination of the entire operational and production value chain.

b Responsibilities /b

Key Responsibilities

The Production Quality Control Manager will be responsible for ensuring the effective performance of production, quality, and procurement processes while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

/pp Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating and supervising production, assembly, mechanical machining, and quality control activities. /lili Managing and developing a direct reporting team composed of:
  • Quality Specialist;
  • Production Planning Manager;
  • Workshop Supervisor;
  • Purchasing Manager. /li
• Ensuring achievement of KPIs related to productivity, quality, on-time delivery, and service performance. /lili Overseeing planning and procurement processes, ensuring the optimal balance between material availability, production capacity, and business requirements. /lili Collaborating with technical and commercial departments to manage customer projects and specific client requirements. /lili Supervising the company's Quality Management System, promoting preventive and corrective actions aimed at enhancing performance and customer satisfaction. /lili Identifying operational issues and implementing continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, efficiency enhancement, and process optimization. /lili Supporting the evolution and implementation of digital tools and systems related to manufacturing and supply chain management. /lili Interfacing with Group stakeholders within an international business environment. /li

Your Profile

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Management Engineering, or equivalent technical background. /lili Proven experience in leadership positions within manufacturing environments. /lili Strong knowledge of mechanical manufacturing processes, preferably within highly customized or engineer-to-order production settings. /lili Demonstrated experience in coordinating Production, Quality, and Supply Chain functions. /lili Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and methodologies. /lili Knowledge of the following methodologies will be considered a strong advantage:
  • Six Sigma;
  • SMED;
  • 5S. /li
• Experience with ERP, MES, and advanced production planning systems. /lili Familiarity with platforms such as Opera MES, CyberPlan, and Mago ERP will be considered a plus. /lili Fluent English is mandatory, as the role requires regular interaction with international stakeholders and Group functions. /li

Personal Skills

We are seeking a credible and influential leader capable of driving change, engaging teams, and fostering a high-performance culture through technical expertise, leadership, and strong interpersonal skills.

/pp The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Assertive leadership. /lili Strong accountability and ownership mindset. /lili Customer-oriented approach. /lili Ability to lead, motivate, and develop multidisciplinary teams. /lili Collaborative and solution-driven attitude. /lili Flexibility and pragmatism in managing operational challenges. /lili Determination, decisiveness, and results orientation. /lili Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. /li

Offer

• Opportunity to join a dynamic and international industrial environment. /lili Strategic role with significant organizational visibility and responsibility. /lili Chance to actively contribute to business growth and operational excellence initiatives. /lili Competitive compensation package, with a salary range between €60,000 and €75,000 gross annual salary , plus performance-based bonus (MBO) . /li

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br The job offer is open to candidates of all genders, in compliance with Legislative Decree 198/2006 and current regulations on equal opportunities.