Production Manager

Job Title: Production Manager

Job title – Production Manager
Location – Segrate (MI), Italy
Job model – Onsite

Istituto delle Vitamine S.p.A. is market leader in nutrition and produces and sells vitamins, eubiotics, enzymes, microelements and other nutritional ingredients addressed to the zootechnical, food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries.

He ensures planning and coordination of production and warehouse activities at Segrate site. He ensures production orders confirmation, in compliance with quality, commercial and logistical needs. He manages the workforce of production departments, maintenance and warehouse according to priorities. He ensures that all resources and assets are used efficiently and correctly in full compliance with SHE and Quality standards.

At Istituto delle Vitamine S.p.A, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities

Supervision of premix powder and liquid production plants and Staff coordination of production and warehouse departments: managing department employees through Talent Suite Platform (appraisal and training on-line), organizing relevant training sessions for staff and supporting HR activities for registering attendance, absences, employee requests at the local level.
Production planning according to logistics and CSA needs.
Cooperation with the SHE manager ensuring that all safety and health standards are met to keep the organization accident free, approving work permits and covering the role of “preposto” according to Italian law
Cooperation with Quality manager to ensure compliance reporting and discussing of Quality deviations.
New products formula approval.
Cooperation with the maintenance manager aligning and organizing the repair and routine maintenance of production equipment and evaluating machine resources to ensure continued production and minimal downtime
Establishing a balance between increased productivity and reduced costs of manufacturing operations

We offer

Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards.
Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
Collaboration with experts in health, nutrition, and beauty to drive progress.
Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path.
Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions.
Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.

You bring

High school diploma.
10+ years of proven experience in manufacturing industries, preferably chemical, feed, food or pharma.
3+ years in team coordination.
A curious approach to problem-solving, fueling innovation by seeking new solutions and perspectives.
A focus on impact, driving innovation and positive change through your creativity and expertise.
A sense of ownership, delivering results that matter and contribute significantly to our success.
Accountability to decision-making, ensuring alignment with our values and achieving positive outcomes.
A commitment to teamwork, fostering collaboration and respecting diverse perspectives.
Leading by example, you bring inspiration and open-mindedness, encouraging exploration and new possibilities for growth.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Our application process

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal (www.dsm-firmenich.com/careers).

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to

Agency Statement

Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.