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Firmenich is seeking a Head of Production Site for its new state-of-the-art facility in Collecchio, Italy, set to open in early 2027. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in plant leadership within food manufacturing or pharmaceuticals, with a strong focus on safety, customer satisfaction, and process improvement.
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Job Summary
The role involves leading a new state-of-the-art production plant opening in early 2027 near Parma, Italy.
Candidates must have over 10 years of plant leadership experience and 8 years of people management in food or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
The position requires full responsibility for plant operations, safety compliance, and driving cost-effective process improvements.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Firmenich is seeking a Head of Production Site for its new state-of-the-art facility in Collecchio, Italy, set to open in early 2027. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in plant leadership within food manufacturing or pharmaceuticals, with a strong focus on safety, customer satisfaction, and process improvement.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
10+ years plant leadership experience
8+ years people management experience
Fluent in Italian and English
GMP HACCP ISO standards knowledge
Italian workplace safety regulations
Nice-to-have
Master's degree in Engineering or Food Technology
Experience with ASTAROME technology
Strong analytical and modeling skills
Culture of zero SHE incidents
Cross-functional leadership abilities
Key Requirements
Master's Degree in Chemical, Process, Management Engineering, or Food Technology
10+ years plant leadership experience
8+ years people management experience
Fluent written and verbal Italian and English
Knowledge of d.Lgs 9 April 2008, n. 81 safety regulations