Job Title: Equipment Leader – Industrial Assembly Equipment Location: Melfi Plant, Italy Industry: Automotive Duration: Minimum 12 months (extension expected) Language: Italian (mandatory) Role Overview We are looking for an experienced Equipment Leader to manage industrial equipment suppliers supporting vehicle assembly processes at the Melfi Plant. The role focuses on ensuring that all assembly equipment is fully aligned with engineering changes, production requirements and supplier modifications, guaranteeing continuity and efficiency of the assembly process. The candidate will act as the key interface between Engineering, Production and Industrial Equipment Suppliers. Main Responsibilities Management and coordination of industrial equipment suppliers operating in the plant Technical assessment of engineering changes impacting assembly equipment Analysis of modifications requested by Engineering or by component/system suppliers Evaluation of potential impacts on existing assembly tools and equipment Definition and activation of required equipment modifications Coordination with equipment suppliers to implement updates or adjustments Cost analysis and validation of proposed modifications Monitoring of timing, implementation and validation phases Support to production during equipment adaptation or modification phases Ensuring equipment compliance with safety, quality and production standard Requirements Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in Automotive manufacturing environment Strong understanding of vehicle assembly processes Experience managing industrial equipment or tooling suppliers Ability to assess technical impacts of engineering modifications Experience in cost evaluation and supplier negotiation Good knowledge of plant operations and production flow Strong coordination and communication skills Problem-solving mindset and decision-making capability CAD knowledge is not required. Education Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or equivalent technical background Benefits Additional Information On-site role – Melfi Plant Long-term project (minimum 1 year, extension expected) Italian language required