Production Cell Manager

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

British American Tobacco Italy has an exciting opportunity for a Production Cell Manager in Trieste.

Annual Gross Salary Pay Range: 56,300 – 70,434 CLA level B1-A1

The purpose of the Production Cell Manager is to make sure Trieste factory delivers the required production plan on time in full complying with Legal Compliance including Excise; EHS, Quality, BAT Global Operating Model standards supported by all local policies in place and making sure process stability, business continuity plans are in place. Deliver continuous improvement, cost optimization initiatives continuously for competitiveness and productivity savings for both manufacturing cost and COGS. Deliver change in culture and practices in the Production area – SMD(Secondary Manufacturing Department), PMD(Primary Manufacturing Department) - introducing and developing IWS (Integrated Work System). Contribute to planning and delivery of future Production capability to ensure sustainability of operation (people, technology) and compliance to regulation (TPD - Tobacco Products Directive 2001/37/EC, T&T - Track and Trace or any other).

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Drive and improve key production KPIs such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness, Mean Time Between Failures, unplanned downtime, waste, and manufacturing cost.

• Ensure full compliance with BAT Global Operating Model, legal requirements (EU/local excise, customs, waste, safety, labour), and internal procedures.

• Guarantee production capacity and resource allocation in alignment with Scheduling and Maintenance, ensuring efficient use of production and engineering resources.

• Maintain and enforce operational standards (cleaning, inspections, repairs, brand changes, materials handling, issue management) across production lines.

• Manage excise compliance processes, including recordkeeping, correct SKU classification, required licenses/authorizations, and accurate duty reporting.

• Lead safety and environmental protection, proactively identifying risks, enforcing Decree 81/08 requirements, and ensuring safe behaviours across the shop floor.

• Provide clear leadership and people development, including performance management, skills matrix ownership, succession planning, and team coaching (Servant Leadership).

• Implement and sustain IWS, driving continuous loss analysis, benchmarking, zero-loss initiatives, and ensuring adherence to standards up to Level 3 maturity.

• Collaborate cross‑functionally (Scheduling, Logistics, Quality, HR, Finance, Engineering) to deliver factory goals and support smooth production operations.

• Lead continuous improvement and project execution, optimizing resources, driving machine-level performance improvements, and delivering new technologies/lines on time and in full.

What are we looking for?

• Five years of proven experience in quality control or production industry.

• Excellent knowledge of the factory setting, specifically production.

• Excellent knowledge of raw materials and their impact on the product.

• Proven experience in leading teams.

• Good knowledge of statistical methods, SAP, local MES (Upis), LIMS(Laboratory Information Management System), GLQ, and an understanding of technical methods and tools for continuous improvement (UPS).

• Good proficiency in spoken and written English and Italian

• Bachelor degree in Technical Area, Engineering, Applied Sciences or similar

What we offer you?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)

• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives

• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together.

• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills

• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes

• Benefits:

  • Meal Voucher/ Canteen as per location
  • Private Pension
  • Life & Health Insurance
  • Yearly bonus based on the ABS
  • Family support policy
  • Office perks
  • Flexible policy as per agreed Second Level agreement.

WHY JOIN BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.