Site Manager

Location:

Agliana (51031) – Italy

Salary:

Competitive

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Manufacturing Jobs

Advertiser:

Element Solutions Inc

Job ID:

132660718

Posted On: 

28 January 2026

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future!

MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions operates as a business of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI). Element Solutions Inc is a leading specialty chemicals company whose business supply a broad range of solutions that enhance the products people use every day.

MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions is a global supplier of industrial metal and plastic finishing chemistries. We primarily design and manufacture chemical systems that protect and decorate surfaces. Our high-performance functional coatings improve resistance to wear and tear, such as hard chrome plating of shock absorbers for cars, or provide corrosion resistance for appliance parts. Our decorative performance coatings apply finishes for parts in various end markets such as automotive interiors or jewelry surfaces. As part of our broader sustainable solutions platform, we also provide both chemistry and equipment for turnkey wastewater treatment, and recycle and reuse solutions. Our industrial customer base is highly diverse and includes customers in the following end markets: appliances and electronics; automotive parts; industrial parts; plumbing goods; construction equipment; and transportation equipment.

We strive to embody the five ‘Elements of our Culture’- our ‘5C’s’; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

Who are we looking for?
We are currently looking for a Site Manager. The Site Manager is responsible for ensuring that the site operates to the highest Environmental Health & Safety standards, while ensuring that products meet the required quality standards and are delivered on time and within budget. The Site Manager is accountable for developing and implementing strategies to continuously improve performance across all these areas.

Key functions reporting into this role include Environment, Health & Safety, Production, Production Planning, Purchasing, Warehousing, and Logistics.

The purpose of this position is to lead the team responsible for the production of chemical batches of chemical products for electroplating applications in the fashion and precious goods industry.

This position is located in Agliana (PT), Italy.

What will you be doing?
Site & Operations Leadership

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-Responsible for the overall management of site operations, including production, maintenance, logistics, and utilities, ensuring production targets are achieved in terms of volume, quality, cost, and delivery.
-Drive process optimization to improve efficiency, yield, and cost performance.
 

Health, Safety, Environment & Quality Compliance

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-Ensure full compliance with applicable HSE regulations and chemical industry requirements, promoting a strong safety culture and managing risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective actions.
-Maintain management systems in line with ISO and IATF certifications and support internal, customer, and regulatory audits in collaboration with the Quality function.
 

People & Performance Management

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-Lead, develop, and motivate the Operations Management Team to achieve targets in quality, HSE, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
-Ensure appropriate staffing, training, and competency development while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
 

Financial & Continuous Improvement

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-Manage the annual operations budget and quarterly forecasts, monitor KPIs, and implement corrective actions.
-Develop business cases for capital investments and deliver projects on time and within budget, supporting continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean, process optimization, and waste reduction.
 

Cross-Functional & External Collaboration

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-Act as the primary interface between the site, headquarters, and regional functions.
-Collaborate with Sales, Technical Service, and Supply Chain teams to support customer needs, and manage relationships with suppliers, contractors, and external partners to optimize site and regional operations.

Who are You?
-Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
-Proven experience in a site management or production management role within the chemical industry demonstrating strong leadership capabilities.
-Strong knowledge of chemical manufacturing processes, preferably related to electroplating or surface treatment.
-Solid understanding of HSE and regulatory requirements in a chemical production environment.
-Experience managing teams and complex operations.
-Proven application of Lean and Six Sigma continuous improvement methodologies.
 

We understand that not all candidates may meet the requirements listed above.  If you believe you have the knowledge and experience necessary to excel in this role, we encourage you .

What competencies will you need?
-Strong leadership and people management skills.
-Strong collaboration skills to achieve shared business objectives.
-Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
-Results-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
-Good communication skills in Italian (English is a strong advantage).
-Ability to work effectively in a regulated and customer-driven industry.
-Willingness and ability to travel as required by the business, both regionally and internationally.

We are Offering…
You will be employed with the National Contract of Chemists (CCNL Chimico) with the possibility to subscribe to the related Health and Pension funds (FASCHIM and FONCHIM).

As part of our team here you will receive a competitive base salary, you will participate in a generous performance-related bonus scheme, as well as a yearly welfare plan.

You will receive a company laptop computer, and you will be given a meal voucher of 9 EUR/worked day.

Working time: 37.45 hours/week.
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At Element Solutions Inc, you will be part a highly collaborative culture that promotes continuous improvement through cross-functional partnerships to achieve our mission. We do this through a strong and unified culture and transparent management which has empowered us to create high performing global teams that achieve superior solutions for our customers.

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