Recordati has been at the forefront of life-enhancing and life-changing medicines for almost 100 years. With its beginnings in a family run pharmacy in Correggio, Italy in the 1920s, Recordati is now a global pharmaceutical force, listed on the Italian stock exchange, with over 4,200 employees.We are a group of like-minded, passionate individuals who go to extraordinary lengths for our partners, customers, investors and the people across the globe who we serve. We develop and commercialise medicines to serve people living with common diseases, as well as those living with some of the rarest, in around 150 countries.Position Overview:The plant OpEx Manager is responsible for leading the deployment of operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing site. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure the highest levels of quality and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pharmaceutical manufacturing, lean management, and Six Sigma methodologies.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement a comprehensive operational excellence strategy that aligns with the company's overall objectives and regulatory requirements.Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence tools to enhance manufacturing efficiency, reduce costs, and eliminate waste.Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, engineering, and other departments to identify process improvement opportunities and implement best practices.Facilitate training and development programs to build operational excellence capabilities among site personnel.Monitor and analyze performance metrics to identify trends, areas for improvement, and the impact of implemented changes.Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety, and environmental guidelines.Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence throughout the site.Participate in cross-site initiatives to share best practices and leverage operational excellence across the organization.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in engineering, Pharmacy, or related field. Master's degree or MBA preferred.Certification in Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent is highly desirable.Minimum of 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or related industry, with a proven track record in operational excellence and continuous improvement.Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes (solid, semi-solid, and liquid), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and regulatory requirements.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive change.Proficiency in data analysis and performance metrics.Working Conditions:This role may require occasional travel to other sites and participation in cross-functional meetings.The position may involve direct exposure to manufacturing environments, requiring adherence to safety and quality protocols.At Recordati, we believe in equal opportunities and we guarantee that everyone can achieve their potential. We see diversity as a value and will not tolerate any discrimination based on ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, political or religious belief, or any other personal characteristics. At Recordati, we work hard to create a safe and inclusive work environment, where we all have our rights to physical and psychological integrity respected on a daily basis, as well as our right to freedom of opinion and association. We recognise that we each have a role to play in the success of our business and we implement staff development policies through which everyone's contribution and achievements can be appropriately rewarded.
