Nestlé Purina PetCare - Project Leader Automation Systems - AGVs (Greenfield Project) - Mantova

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 and Nestlé standards. 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 Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV) area, you will ensures that AGV solution covering intralogistics and end-of-line integration, AGV material flows and safety concepts are embedded from design through commissioning and ramp-up.

A Day in the life of a Project Leader - Automation Systems (AGVs):
1. 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 AGV scope.
- Define system scope and intralogistics constraints and collect the resources necessary to execute the project within scope.
2. During project design phase:
- Execute the basic and detailed design of the AGV scope based on Nestlé Corporate Business Principles, Nestlé standards, local regulations, URS and TPM characteristics (safety, quality, affordability, maintainability, operability and reliability).
- Develop URS for AGV systems and ensure alignment with interfaces, material flows, controls and safety requirements.
- Ensure success criteria are correctly defined for integration tests, FAT, SAT and operational readiness.        
3. During project implementation phase:
- Ensure that AGV systems, end-of-line equipment, conveyors, controls and material-flow interfaces are implemented in accordance with timing, cost, quality, URS and operational requirements.
- Coordinate suppliers/contractors, technical reviews, FAT, SAT, action plans and risk analysis for the AGV area.
- Ensure all suppliers are trained on SHE, Quality and Environmental policy and that safety, interface robustness and operational readiness are guaranteed during installation and commissioning.        
4. 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 operational readiness and start-up.
- Lead follow-up of interface and material-flow issues, documentation, budget/timing/risk tracking and escalate immediately to PEM / E2E when scope, cost, timing or system reliability 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 AGVs areas.
•    Experience proactively applying SHE requirements and risk-prevention methods to foster a zero-harm workplace and protect people and equipment. 
•    Experience with integrated system testing, FAT / SAT and start-up activities.
•    Experience with financial follow-up, budget tracking and project reporting.
•    Participation in advanced Project Management training is a plus.

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.