Maintenance Shift Manager

Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, Raffaello®, Kinder Bueno® and Kinder Surprise®. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 38,767  dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.

ABOUT THE ROLE:  

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Maintenance Shift Manager to join our team at the Ferrero Plant in Arlon (Belgium), an international and inclusive environment where innovation meets tradition. 
With the dedicated support of approximately 1.200 workers, we take pride in producing a variety of products, including Kinder Schokobons, Raffaello, and Kinder Surprise. 

The Maintenance Shift Manager, reporting directly to the Plant Maintenance Manager, will oversee and coordinate the mechanical and electrical maintenance teams. This role ensures that maintenance services meet quality standards and objectives related to safety, productivity, hygiene, quality, and HACCP compliance.
This Role offers the opportunity to get valuable insights into our overall Operations organization and it is a solid springboard for further development within the Group.
Join us in Arlon and be part of our dynamic team shaping the future of Ferrero. Apply now and contribute to the success of our internationally recognized brands.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Safety: 

• Guarantees that all regulatory and company safety standards and requirements, including necessary training activities, are respected and effective. Supports the development of local procedures/ work instructions.
• Communicates regularly on safety, including safety rules, work instructions and procedures, and learnings from incidents. Conducts safety inspections, dialogues and encourages the reporting of Near misses, Unsafe Acts - Conditions 

Food Safety & Quality:

• Ensures the implementation of all actions aimed at guaranteeing the Food Safety & Quality of the products and the production processes for managed perimeter in accordance with Quality Procedures and Guidelines 

People Development

• Assist in hiring and resource allocation
• Fosters the work force motivation through listening to work force needs
• Is responsible for the people and organizational development and know how transfer/ handover
• Delivers training on specific topic related to Maintenance field

Maintenance Policies and Documentation

• Assist in evaluating and updating maintenance procedures.
• Maintain and update machinery manuals and compliance records.

Planning & Execution

• Help plan and schedule maintenance activities.
• Supervise maintenance tasks, prioritize requests, and ensure safety compliance.
• Track maintenance practices and analyze breakdowns.
• Manage material codes and ensure the availability of spare parts.
• Define specifications and evaluate supplier quotes.
• Contribution to budget management: monitor spare parts usage and coordinate with suppliers and technical referents
   

Priojects & Continuous Improvement

• Support the evaluation and reporting of equipment changes.
• Analyze performance metrics and suggest improvements.
   

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR: 

Profile 

• Master’s degree in engineering
• Around 3 years of professional experience, preferably in a managerial role in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in FMGC industry represents a strong asset
• Proven ability to effectively manage people in different multi-cultural environments
• Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Interest for international mobility is a strong asset

IT Skills

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Fluency with SAP modules is a plus

Languages

• Fluency in French and English 
• Any other language represents a plus

How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero: 

Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you’ll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are - dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.