Junior Production Area Manager

2 ore fa

Montà, Piemonte, Italia Ppg Industries Tempo pieno

OverviewIn this role you will support daily department operations in a fast-paced chemical manufacturing setting, collaborating with experienced managers to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production.
You will help coordinate teams, monitor activities, and contribute to process improvements that boost productivity and cost efficiency.
The position offers hands-on leadership development and a pathway to greater responsibility within a safety- and quality-focused culture.
This opportunity combines daily shop-floor involvement with exposure to continuous improvement initiatives.
Retribuzione / Benefitsbase salary **,00 EUR to **,00 EUR per year
equal opportunity employer
opportunity to grow and develop your career
training and onboarding opportunities
fulfilling workplace and emphasis on learning
benefits discussed with recruiter
ResponsabilitàSupport daily operations and production scheduling within the department
Monitor safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets and help meet them
Learn and apply OEM standards, technical specs, and industry requirements (IATF *, ISO ****)
Assist supervisors and operators in maintaining efficient workflows and resolving issues
Monitor KPIs (efficiency, scrap rates, cycle times) and implement improvement actions
Participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement activities
Promote compliance with workplace safety and environmental standards
Collaborate with Logistics, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to ensure smooth production flows
Support maintenance planning with maintenance teams
Contribute to training and onboarding to ensure procedures are followed
Prepare reports and communicate updates to cross-functional stakeholders
Develop leadership and people management skills through hands-on learning
Requisiti fondamentaliBachelor's Degree or Technical Diploma in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Industrial Technology, or related fields
1-3 years in a manufacturing environment (Team Leader, Shift Leader, Production Engineer, Production Supervisor, or similar)
Experience in chemical manufacturing or process industries preferred
Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, plant operations, and continuous improvement methodologies
Initial experience coordinating production teams and supporting daily shop floor activities
Familiarity with safety standards and regulatory requirements in an industrial setting
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Proactive, eager to learn, adaptable in a dynamic production setting
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; ERP or production management systems a plus
Good command of English (written and spoken)
problem-solving
communication
proactivity
Microsoft Office Suite
ERP or production management systems
Lean Manufacturing