Operational Excellence and Autonomous Maintenance Expert

About the Role:

We have a current opening for a Global Industrial Excellence and Autonomous Maintenance Expert and are actively reviewing applications.

In this position, you will be responsible for the development and deployment of Ferrero Operational Excellence (FOX) methodologies related to Lean Manufacturing / World Class Manufacturing (WCM) and the Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), with a focus on the Autonomous Maintenance (AM) pillar.

Main Responsibilities:

In this role, you will lead and ensure the AM implementation plan is aligned with leadership to support the Plant priorities and follows the Ferrero FOX methodology.


Together with Area Industrial Performance Manager you will create a strategy for the effective deployment of Autonomous Maintenance practices and standards and to drive breakthrough results in a very sustainable way.


Moreover, you will develop and improve AM methodologies and related procedures. You will coach Plants' referents on FOX principles and AM methodologies, leveraging on the "train-the-trainer" concept. You will support the consolidation, at area level, of the progress of local initiatives, training sessions, audits/assessments, and results to improve Overall Asset Effectiveness (OAE) and competitiveness to global benchmark levels.

You will coordinate and drive internal and external best practices cross-fertilization, continuous improvement, and workshops with related industrial functions.

Covering this role, you will become the change agent, bringing your continuous improvement mindset and fostering the operational excellence culture.

You will support the team manager in ensuring coordination among central Operation Performance teams and with other Industrial & Supply Chain departments and partner functions (Health & Safety, Food Safety & Quality, Engineering, People & Organization, etc.) guaranteeing coherence in alignment with FOX principles and methodologies.

Assessing and validating the maturity of the FOX program implementation and AM methodologies adoption at the local level through audit/assessment plans will be a key part of your responsibilities.

About You:

You will bring your master's degree in engineering or related technical fields, your deep understanding of industrial processes, solid experience (10+ years) and expertise in Lean Manufacturing / WCM / TPM methodologies implementation, in particular on the Autonomous Maintenance pillar, demonstrated by a proven track record and results delivery.

Thanks to your effective communication and leadership skills, you will be able to influence, coach and train different levels of the organization, to land the program at global scale.

Your ability to co-coordinate professional teams will foster a collaborative environment that drives innovation and excellence.

Your proactive approach and commitment to continuous improvement will be instrumental in our success, together with your strong analytical, problem-solving skills and flexibility (business trips will be between 50 - 75% of your time).

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.

Our Benefits & Perks:

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The base salary range for this position is $130,665- $174,207 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. This range represents the anticipated salary for this position at this time.

In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other benefits.

About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world's largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more about Ferrero at ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.


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Ferrero is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable human rights laws. Ferrero will recruit, hire, train, and promote all persons without regard to race, creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, or history of disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is not able to perform the essential functions of the position even with reasonable accommodations), citizenship, or any other protected characteristic.


Ferrero will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the People & Organization (HR) Representative. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.