Lean Specialist - Production System Development

Lean Specialist - Production System Development Company Description Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac, Ferrero Rocher, Raffaello, Kinder Bueno and Kinder Surprise. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 40,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them. Diversity Statement 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 of 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 at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding. About the role: We are currently looking for a Lean Specialist - Production System Development for our plant in Alba. In this role, you will support the Production System Development Manager and the Production Unit Manager in setting priorities and preparing a 3-year plan with KPIs, continuous improvement projects and operational objectives. You will ensure alignment with the Group plan and collaborate with Region Supply Chain Development to implement local objectives. You will lead Ferrero Operational Excellence Program initiatives, ensure continuous improvement , promote best practices and suggest process and technology improvements . Main Responsibilities: You will be responsible for supporting the Production Unit Manager in defining the Master Plan, identifying key priorities and preparing a 3-year horizon plan including KPIs, Capex and operational objectives for all plant departments. You will also ensure full alignment and consistency between the Production Unit Master Plan initiatives and the Industrial & Supply Direction Group Plan, following the central guidelines set by the Operations Platform structures at the Group level. You will work with the Regional Supply Chain Development to harmonize the implementation of operational objectives at the local level, ensuring proper follow-up of the results of the initiatives. You will contribute to the lead of the Ferrero Operational Excellence Program initiatives within the production unit, ensuring alignment with the plant master plan and facilitating the rollout while addressing any misalignments. You will also act as a liaison between the Production Unit and central functions , directing support requests as appropriate. You will promote continuous improvement by sharing best practices , identifying training needs, and suggesting process, technology, and equipment improvements. You will work with line functions on value stream mapping and support the implementation of the production model. In addition, you will manage cross-functional projects, ensure proper implementation of Master Plan initiatives, and support the "One Plant" philosophy within the manufacturing unit. Who we are looking for: You will bring your Master’s Degree background in Engineering and your strong Project Management Skills, in addition to 3-5 years’ experience in Operational Excellence and Lean Manufacturing (eg. TPM/AM, VSM) Your real desire for international mobility will be a great asset for us, together with your true passion and curiosity for the Food sector. As a good communicator, your fluency in both Italian and English will be key to gain a wide intercultural competence. Does it sound like the right opportunity for you? Do not hesitate to apply, uploading the English versionof your CV How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero: Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you’ll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are - dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: alba, IT

Posted Date: 1/31/2025