09 ott - Fabriano
Ariston Group
Questa posizione è in Ariston Group Il processo di selezione sarà interamente gestito Ariston Group. -- # GROUP QUALITY CONTROL - WATER HEATING PLANTS Ariston Group is a global leader in sustainable climate and water comfort, listed on Euronext Milan. In 2025 the group reported 2.7 billion-euro revenues, with almost 11,000 employees, direct presence in 41 countries in 5 continents, 32 production sites and 31 research and development centers. The group demonstrates its commitment to sustainability through renewable and high-efficiency solutions, including heating heat pumps, water heating heat pumps, hybrids, domestic ventilation, air handling, electric components, and solar thermal systems, while continuously investing in technological innovation, digitalization, and advanced connectivity solutions.
The group operates under global strategic brands Ariston, Wolf and Elco, and brands such as Calorex, NTI, Atag, Domotec, Brink, Chromagen, Racold, as well as Thermowatt and Ecoflam in the components and combustion technologies business. About the Role We are looking for an experienced Quality Control Manager to join our Group Quality Team and play a key role in ensuring consistent product quality across our global water heating manufacturing footprint. You will lead and coordinate quality control activities across our water heating production plants. This position will require frequent on‑site presence to set up, stabilize, and audit quality processes. This is a highly hands‑on role, with significant time spent on the shop floor working closely with local quality teams, production, and engineering functions.
You will be a key driver of quality culture, operational discipline, and continuous improvement across plants.
Quality Control
Managers in the assigned plants will have a dotted‑line reporting relationship to this position.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinate and oversee Quality Control activities across multiple water heating production plants in their footprint phase
Contribute to the definition of Quality Control Plans (QCP) and ensure effective deployment at plant level
Define and implement control plans and corrective actions, especially in proximity to product and plant launch milestones
Develop, implement and monitor QC procedures, inspection plans, and testing protocols specific to water heating products
Manage non‑conformities, lead root cause analysis, and address supplier quality issues
Supervise product audits, process inspections, and end‑of‑line testing
Analyze quality KPIs and define action plans to reduce defects, scrap, and field complaints
Train and coach local plant teams on quality standards, inspection methods, and manufacturing best practices
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across plants
Prepare and present quality performance reports to senior management
Collaborate closely with Production, Quality Assurance, Engineering, R&D;, and Supply Chain teams to resolve quality issues and improve process robustness REQUIREMENTS Degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Industrial Technology, or a related field
3-5 years of relevant experience in Quality Control, Industrialization or a comparable role
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and industrial quality and safety requirements.
Knowledge of welding techniques used for pressure-containing components, including pressure tanks, is an asset.
Experience working in multiple production plants and international manufacturing environment is a strong advantage
Proven analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a pragmatic and hands‑on mindset
Strong leadership and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence across functions and cultures
Excellent communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus
Willingness and ability to frequent business travel (50–60%)
Availability to work from Milan, Agrate, or Fabriano, where our offices are located Why Join Us? Play a key role in shaping quality standards in newly established manufacturing plants
Work on real‑world industrial products in a global, dynamic environment
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across engineering, production, and quality
Grow your expertise by contributing to scalable, connected, and high‑impact factory solutions
Join a professional culture that values initiative, technical excellence, accountability, and collaboration As a reference, for such position we offer a salary ranging between € 52.000 and € 77.000. You will also be part of the Ariston Group short-term incentive program. This position is covered by the CCNL Metalmeccanici Industria.
We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people. We strive to provide a work environment that is accessible, welcoming and inclusive, in full compliance with applicable legal requirements. In line with this commitment, we promote fair, transparent and equitable reward practices.
The compensation package will be determined based on the experience, skills and the scope of the role, applying objective and gender‑neutral criteria. We believe that transparency and fairness are essential to building trust, fostering inclusion and ensuring equal opportunities for everyone.
Location: Milano, IT, 20122 Position Level: Manager Posting Date: Sep 7, 2026 --
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