Production Director

About the role

An established international manufacturer is seeking a Production Director to lead its Italian operation. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will own the technical performance of the site and drive a modernisation agenda that prioritises safety, quality and productivity.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the full production operation, including Production, Maintenance and R&D teams.
• Deliver a step‑change in productivity, efficiency and change‑over performance.
• Embed a safety‑first, quality‑led culture across the site.
• Manage the technical relationship between the site and the wider international group.
• Set standards, monitor performance and hold teams accountable.

Required profile

• Proven manufacturing leader with a track record of driving measurable productivity improvement.
• Strong people and shift leadership, able to set clear standards.
• Visible commitment to safety and quality.
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with an international group.
• Experience leading multi‑line production or process operations.
• Fluent Italian; additional European languages (especially Spanish) are a plus.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive six‑figure base salary, company car and performance bonus.
• Senior leadership role with real autonomy and clear impact.
• Stability of a well‑invested international group.
• Relocation support for the right candidate.