Overview As an Operations Start-Up Leader, you drive vertical start-up and sustained performance for a new manufacturing site. You’ll work within a CAPEX project team to align design, permits, staffing, and training with site constraints. You manage the master startup plan for commissioning and verification, ensuring timely certifications and a smooth handover to operations. This role connects cross-functional teams to deliver a safe, efficient start-up that supports Nestlé Purina’s quality and continuous improvement goals. Retribuzione / Benefits * Work-life balance – flexible/hybrid options * Continuous learning – training and certifications * Health & well-being – private health insurance * Corporate welfare – flexible benefits platform * Career growth – internal mobility and development opportunities * Inclusive, people-first culture Responsabilità * Support User Requirements Specifications by identifying local operational constraints * Coordinate product/process permits and licenses with project, quality, and regulatory teams * Coordinate staffing and training activities,



including TT&T; programs * Manage availability of raw/pack/consumables and production planning during start-up * Develop and manage master startup plan for commissioning, qualification, and verification * Coordinate operational team during start-up and ensure certifications are completed on time * Ensure effective handover of the project to the operational team with the Manufacturing dossier (MD) Requisiti fondamentali * 3–5 years of production leadership experience (production manager or line supervisor) * Approx. 3–5 years as factory pillar leader (AM or PM pillar leader) * Fluency in English; Italian a plus * University Degree in Engineering * Experience running manufacturing projects (e.g., Product specialist, Process engineer, Application group) * Safety-consciousness and housekeeping (5S) * ability to train and coach people * ability to maintain harmonious working relationships * Project

📌 Nestlé Purina PetCare (Milano)
🏢 Nestlé
📍 Milano