Job Title:  Aprilia Plant Manager

The role involves managing the Fine Chemicals plant in Aprilia to ensure the production of high-quality products in compliance with company regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and health, safety, and environmental standards. Key responsibilities include ensuring efficient production according to volumes, costs, timelines, and quality standards, optimizing resources, designing and upgrading facilities and technologies, and ensuring compliance with legislation and guidelines for the distribution of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). 

Future challenges include adapting to advanced manufacturing technologies like automation, robotics, and AI, which will transform production and require workforce upskilling. Leaders must also embrace digitalization and data analytics to optimize processes and decision-making. The rise of personalized medicine will demand greater flexibility in production for smaller, targeted drug batches, while ensuring regulatory compliance in an increasingly digitalized and complex environment.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Define and propose the Plant operations budget to the upper management, ensuring that all activities are carried out within the expected timeframes and cost parameters;
• Lead cultural change across the organization, aligning with Angelini's core values and behaviors;
• Develop and propose to the upper management, particularly the Chief Industrial Operations Officer, the annual technical investment plan for new development projects, technological upgrades of buildings, equipment, production, laboratories, and general plant maintenance. Ensure these initiatives aim to improve production efficiency, effectiveness, environmental sustainability, and safety standards;
• Ensure approved investment projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with specifications and regulations. Co-lead forums to support production, new launches, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure plant production meets volume, yield, and quality targets in line with company standards, schedules, and budget
• Oversee the effective management of plant warehouses, ensuring optimal acceptance, storage, and handling processes in compliance with established quality, safety procedures, and relevant legal regulations;
• Foster operational excellence by cultivating employee management , developing high technical competence, and enhancing leadership skills in accordance with the guidelines set by the Global HR;
• Strong ability to collaborate with HR in people management, including budget planning, industrial relations, performance and salary reviews, continuous monitoring, and employee development;
• Maintain strong relationships with local communities, regulatory bodies, and governmental agencies;
• Ensure the implementation of corrective actions to address observations raised during regulatory inspections, particularly those related to production processes;
• Accountable for managing and empowering plant personnel, ensuring engagement, performance, and professional growth.

DESIRED PROFILE:

• Scientific degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Biology
• 8-10 years of experience in chemical manufacturing management

• Strong knowledge of EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) standards and best practices
• Solid understanding of key industry regulations
• Previous experience in Quality or Supply Chain areas (preferred)
• Familiarity with FDA requirements (preferred)

• Proficiency in English (written and spoken)
• Ability to thrive in a challenging and dynamic environment
• Strong stakeholder management skills across diverse and heterogeneous groups
• Proven leadership capabilities with experience in managing, developing, and motivating teams