PAt Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of chemical specialties, process fluids, lubricants, and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial companies and to this day our experience and expertise show in the actions and dedication of our Associates worldwide. /ppToday, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its associates and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs. /ppbr/ppstrongAbout the Role /strong /ppbr/ppWe are seeking a dynamic and results-driven strongOperations Manager - Supply Chain /strong to serve as the Site Manager’s right hand at our Moncalieri site. /ppAs we prepare the site for upcoming transformations, you will play a pivotal role in leading production, optimizing logistics, and spearheading multidisciplinary improvement projects. You will be the bridge between strategic planning and day-to-day excellence, ensuring our manufacturing processes are safe, efficient, and cost-effective. /ppbr/ppstrongWhat do we offer? /strong /ppbr/pulliCompetitive pay + bonus rewards program. /lili2 annual days paid volunteering leave. /liliMeal tickets + Health insurance /liliAccess to real career growth opportunities in the commercial or other related areas of interest. /liliQH University: Continuous training tools for all seniority levels. /liliAttractive Wellbeing, Mental Health, Women Inclusion DI programs. /li /ulpbr/ppstrongWhat will you do? /strong /ppbr/pulliLead and deliver multidisciplinary improvement initiatives across debottlenecking, quality, logistics, and cost reduction. /liliEnsure production continuity by managing shift schedules, material requisitions, machine loading, and labor efficiency. /liliOversee inventory control processes and physical inventory counts in line with regional targets. /liliPartner with production planners to schedule blend tanks, reactors, and workforce effectively. /liliIntegrate and coordinate production operations across multiple shifts and product lines. /liliCollaborate with RT and Product Management to resolve formulation, packaging, labeling, and logistics challenges. /liliRecruit, train, develop, and motivate production teams to meet production schedules with optimal productivity and cost performance. /liliMonitor and report key operational KPIs including First Pass Yield, On‑Time Delivery, and Cost of Poor Quality. /liliChampion and enforce Environmental, Health Safety (EHS) standards and manufacturing procedures. /liliAct as a working manager, providing operational backup to production supervisors when required. /li /ulpbr/ppstrongWhat are we looking for? /strong /ppbr/ppstrongEducation /strong /pulliBachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in a relevant technical discipline preferred. /liliCandidates without a formal degree must demonstrate at least 5 years of successful, relevant experience and training. /li /ulpbr/ppstrongExperience /strong /pulliMinimum 5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing or equivalent industrial environments. /liliProven background in production supervision, operations leadership, or team leadership. /liliStrong technical understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment; experience within the chemical industry is highly preferred. /li /ulpbr/ppstrongKey Skills Competencies /strong /pulliExcellent organizational and planning skills. /liliItalian bilingual level and English: professional level written spoken are a must. /liliStrong written and verbal communication abilities. /liliFamiliarity with modern production methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Kanban, SQC, or similar. /liliAbility to adapt and thrive in a demanding, fast‑paced environment. /liliResults‑driven mindset with strong problem‑solving capabilities. /liliNatural leadership style with the ability to engage cross‑functional teams. /li /ulpbr/ppstrongAbout Us /strong /ppbr/ppWe are the global leader in industrial process fluids present in 40+ countries continually improving and innovating so the world’s steel, aluminum, automotive, aircraft, machinery and industrial parts manufacturers can stay ahead in a changing world. Throughout our 100+ locations, our chemists, engineers and industry experts partner with our customers to continually improve their operations so they can run even more efficiently, even more effectively, whatever comes next. /ppbr/ppstrongOur values: /strongLive Safe, Exceed Customer Expectations, Drive Results, Embrace Diversity, Do Great Things Together, Act with integrity. /ppbr/ppOur core values embody who we are as a company, guide our decisions and inspire us. Our commitment to these values, in words and actions, builds a safer, stronger Quaker Houghton. They are the fundamental beliefs that guide our internal conduct and our relationship with the outside world. /ppbr/ppstrongJoin the team and find your future! /strong /p