Title
Manufacturing Permanent Job Description
Overview
Reporting to the Head of Industrial Engineering, the Work Organization Manager will drive productivity improvements across manufacturing plants in EMEA and APAC. The role focuses on labor efficiency and Lean manufacturing, leading a team of specialists and collaborating with plant leadership, engineering, and central functions to design, standardize, and implement best‑in‑class work organization practices.
Responsibilities
* Lead work organization and productivity optimization across manufacturing operations by calculating takt and cycle times, improving line balancing, and monitoring direct and indirect labor efficiency.
* Define and standardize work processes and methodologies, including SOPs, Standard Work Charts, and Job Breakdown Sheets, ensuring consistency and scalability across plants.
* Design and continuously improve workstations and assembly layouts, integrating ergonomic principles, environmental considerations, and Lean manufacturing practices.
* Drive the Work Organization pillar within WCM, ensuring full implementation and adherence to internal work organization standards, tools, and processes, including regular audits.
* Lead continuous improvement and problem‑solving initiatives, identifying opportunities for productivity gains, cost optimization, and operational excellence across assembly processes.
* Collaborate with plant teams and stakeholders, including Trade Unions, to present and implement new working layouts and organization models.
* Define and support annual productivity planning and budgeting, providing key inputs and tracking performance against targets.
* Ensure compliance with EH&S standards, labor regulations, and internal guidelines in all work organization activities.
* Develop organizational capabilities by delivering training on standard work procedures and updated methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or a related field).
* 10–15 years of experience in industrial engineering, work organization, or manufacturing excellence within complex, high‑volume production environments.
* Strong expertise in Lean manufacturing principles, continuous improvement methodologies, time & methods analysis, and MTM (certification preferred).
* Proactive, results‑oriented mindset with a focus on efficiency, standardization, and operational excellence.
* Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and data‑driven tools to support standardization and decision‑making.
* Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills within a matrix, international organization.
* Effective communication skills, able to engage diverse stakeholders, including plant teams, central functions, and employee representatives.
* Fluency in English (written and spoken).
* Availability to travel regularly (average one week per month, within Italy and internationally).
Location
Preferred location: Susegana plant (Italy). Other locations in Italy or the Oława plant (Poland) may also be considered.
Benefits
* Flexible work hours / hybrid work environment
* Discounts on Electrolux products and services
* Family‑friendly benefits
* Extensive learning opportunities and flexible career path
* Continuous progress on diversity & inclusion
* Living our sustainability commitment
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