Production Supervisor (Continuous Improvement) - FMCG
Pubblicato il 02-08-2026 - Michael Page in Italia
The Production Supervisor will drive production performance across assigned lines, ensuring Safety, Quality, OEE, Productivity and Waste Reduction targets. Working closely with Process Engineering, Maintenance and Operations teams, he/she will lead Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence initiatives to optimize manufacturing performance in a fast-paced FMCG environment.
Client Details
Leading multinational company operating in the FMCG sector, recognised for its manufacturing excellence and operating in a highly competitive, fast-paced environment where operational efficiency, product quality, and continuous improvement are key business drivers.
Description
- Drive performance across assigned production lines, ensuring achievement of Safety, Quality, Service Level, OEE, Productivity and Waste Reduction targets.
- Lead daily Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence activities to improve manufacturing performance.
- Monitor and optimize key production KPIs including OEE, downtime, waste, efficiency and line reliability.
- Ensure the effective implementation of operational and maintenance standards, including CIL, Centerlining, RCA (Root Cause Analysis) and Defect Handling.
- Partner with Process Engineering, Maintenance and Technical Teams to identify improvement opportunities and resolve production issues.
- Lead shop floor problem-solving activities, driving sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
- Facilitate daily and weekly performance reviews, leveraging data analysis to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Act as a technical reference point for operators, supporting troubleshooting and process optimization initiatives.
- Develop team capabilities through coaching, training and skills development programs.
- Promote a culture of Safety, Manufacturing Excellence, Accountability and High Performance across the production environment.
Profile
A successful Production Supervisor should have:
- Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- 2+ years of experience as Process Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Plant Engineer, Production Engineer or similar roles within FMCG or complex manufacturing environments.
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, TPM and Root Cause Analysis methodologies.
- Proven ability to drive change, influence stakeholders and support performance improvement initiatives on the shop floor.
- Analytical mindset with experience in monitoring and improving manufacturing KPIs such as OEE, Productivity, Efficiency and Waste Reduction.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate across Production, Maintenance, Quality and Engineering functions.
Job Offer
- Competitive salary between €35,000 and € 45,000 annually.
- Additional benefits, including a mobile phone.
- Opportunities for professional growth within a large organization.
- Exposure to innovative practices in the FMCG industry.
- Collaborative work environment in the north-west area of Milan.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Production Supervisor, we encourage you to apply now!
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