Nestlé Purina PetCare - Project Leader - Filling & Retorts (Greenfield Project) - Mantova

Job description

At Nestlé Purina we are committed to creating richer lives for pets and the people who love them, providing high quality nutrition for cats and dogs and doing more of what matters for pets, people and planet We are looking for passionate technical talents who will support the installation, start-up and operation of modern and highly automated production systems during the launch of a new manufacturing site. You will contribute to a project within a global organization committed to quality, safety and continuous improvement. Position Snapshot • Nestlé Purina Italy, Greenfield Project Mantova • Permanent and full-time role • Nestlé welcomes people with disabilities • Manufacturing projects management ("making it happen"): about 3 years of experience as leader / senior engineer in capital investment project development and implementation in the food industry. • Previous experience in leading and developing cross-functional teams, including direct and/or indirect reports, in a project or manufacturing environment. • Factory operations exposure with emphasis on end-of-line integration, material handling and intralogistics. • Proficiency in written and spoken English is mandatory; knowledge of Italian is an advantage. Compensation Package: • CCNL Industria Alimentare, Impiegato 1° Livello, Annual Base Salary: €62.500,00 + 7% Annual bonus. Relocation Support: Joining us from over 80 km away from Mantova? Our Welcome Relocation Package will make your move smoother, so you can focus on your new adventure from day one. Position Summary: Manage and execute the technical delivery of capital investment projects within the assigned scope, from design to implementation and start-up, ensuring compliance with the project charter, design specifications, Nestlé standards and local regulations. The role covers project controls, project schedules, cost estimates, installation, testing and commissioning of new equipment and production lines, while monitoring progress, resolving operational issues and mobilising the resources needed to deliver the project. Within the Filling & Packing area, it ensures that line design, equipment integration, operational line performance, sterilization-process requirements, validation protocols, pressurized vessel, digital integration requirements and interfaces with AGV solutions are embedded from design through commissioning and ramp-up. A Day in the Life of a Project Leader Filling & Retorts: Before project design phase: - Support the Project Engineering Manager and End-to-End Project Manager in developing the investment project charter and ensure it is strictly followed throughout the project. - Prepare project controls, timing assumptions, cost estimates and technical design inputs for the Filling & Packing scope. - Define technical requirements for the machines in the Filling & Packing area and collect the resources necessary to execute the project within scope. During project design phase: - Execute the basic and detailed design of the Filling & Packing scope based on Nestlé Corporate Business Principles, Nestlé standards, local regulations, URS and TPM characteristics (safety, quality, affordability, maintainability, operability and reliability). - Develop line URS and ensure alignment with equipment integration, packaging quality, performance criteria, operability requirements, and the technical requirements related to Filling & Packing machines. - Ensure that validation protocols, local requirements for pressurized vessels, and relevant AGV integration interfaces are considered where applicable, and that success criteria are correctly defined for FAT, SAT, start-up documentation and line acceptance. During project implementation phase: - Ensure that filling and packing equipment are implemented in accordance with timing, cost, quality, URS and line requirements, including applicable sterilization-process and pressurized-vessel compliance requirements. - Coordinate suppliers/contractors, technical reviews, FAT, SAT, action plans and risk analysis for the Filling & Packing area. - Ensure all suppliers are trained on SHE and that machinery safety checks, validation readiness and line readiness are guaranteed during installation and commissioning. During start-up and the whole project life: - Support the Operations / Start-Up Leader to ensure a smooth transition to operations after commissioning and during line start-up / ramp-up, including readiness of validation protocols, sterilization-related requirements, robustness of product orders propagation through DMO, and operational stability of any relevant AGV-integrated production-line interfaces. - Lead follow-up of line issues, documentation, budget/timing/risk tracking and escalate immediately to PEM / E2E when scope, cost, timing or line performance are at risk. - Deliver technical reporting, PDA / lessons learned and promote sustainable, environmentally friendly solutions. What will make you successful? • Experience delivering one or more projects successfully in filling / packing technology areas. • Experience proactively applying SHE requirements and risk-prevention methods to foster a zero-harm workplace and protect people and equipment. • Experience with FAT / SAT and start-up activities on filling and packing lines. • Experience with financial follow-up, budget tracking and project reporting. • Participation in advanced Project Management training is a plus. • Experience with HFFS machines, checkweighers, automatized pick-and-place solutions, or comparable filling and packing technologies is strongly preferred. • Experience with sterilization processes, including exposure to validation protocols and local requirements related to pressurized vessels, is an advantage. • Experience with production-line integration that includes basic understanding of AGV interfaces is an advantage. • Strong operational understanding of manufacturing execution and product orders propagation through DMO is a key asset for the role. What we offer? At Nestlé we believe that success is driven by people. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package designed to support well-being, growth, and quality of life: • Continuous learning – access to training, certifications, and development programs • Health & well-being – private health insurance and wellness initiatives • Corporate welfare – flexible benefits platform • Career growth – internal mobility and development opportunities • Inclusive culture – collaborative and people-first environment. What does it mean working at Purina? At Purina, we’ve worked hard to create a high-performing and caring environment where everyone belongs, and where everyone can push themselves. When you join our mission to create richer lives for pets, the people who love them and the planet we share, you’ll find lots of opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and expertise, both at Purina and across the wider Nestlé community. You’ll become part of a passionate and successful international team who, as industry pioneers and leaders in their field, are continually striving for better, who feel safe and supported to challenge, to experiment, to drive change and to be their true selves at work. We’re committed to ensuring the whole team can experience the power of Purina, pushing their limits and realising their full potential. That’s the Power of Purina. Are you ready to discover what’s possible? Purina is part of Nestlé Group. Kindly submit your CV in English to be considered for this position.