At Nando, we develop innovative, science-based solutions for agriculture and industry. Our vision is to become a global partner for sustainable agriculture, creating economic value through innovation, science, and continuous improvement.
Today, we are growing faster than ever, expanding our production capabilities and preparing for the next stage of our journey. We are looking for a person who will help us build not only efficient manufacturing operations for today, but also the foundations needed to meet tomorrow's challenges.
We are looking for a leader who can combine people development, process efficiency, and continuous improvement. Someone who sees opportunities for growth, challenges the status quo, drives change, and works with the team to build world-class operational standards.
What We Offer
- The opportunity to lead manufacturing operations where scientific ideas are transformed into innovative products that create value for customers worldwide.
- A role with real ownership, autonomy, and the ability to influence company-level decisions.
- A dynamic and international working environment.
- A fixed salary of €4,500–6,000 gross per month, with flexibility to discuss a different compensation level depending on your experience and competencies.
- A supportive team and a culture that values initiative, professionalism, and accountability.
- All the tools you need to work effectively, along with a flexible hybrid work model.
- Personal accident insurance covering both work-related and non-work-related accidents, 24/7.
- Company events and initiatives that strengthen team spirit and meaningful connections between colleagues.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure smooth and efficient manufacturing operations and achievement of production targets across two production sites located in Kaunas and Jonava.
- Lead, develop, and strengthen the production team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Analyze manufacturing performance indicators, identify improvement opportunities, and drive change initiatives.
- Ensure high standards of quality, safety, and operational excellence.
- Collaborate closely with R&D, Supply Chain, and other teams to implement new technologies and manufacturing solutions.
- Initiate and lead process standardization, automation, digitalization, and AI implementation projects.
- Ensure manufacturing operations are prepared for increasing production volumes and the introduction of new products.
- Take ownership of manufacturing performance, including productivity, production costs, quality, OEE, raw material utilization, workplace safety, and production plan execution.
- Build an environment where employees take ownership, proactively show initiative, contribute ideas, and continuously seek better ways of working.
What We Expect
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biotechnology, Engineering, Manufacturing Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of experience leading a manufacturing or operations function.
- A hands-on leadership approach within a growing and evolving organization, with the ability to both define strategy and actively participate in its implementation alongside the team.
- Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.
- Knowledge and practical application of Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- The ability to identify not only problems but also practical and sustainable solutions.
- Curiosity, willingness to learn, experiment, and continuously seek new ways to create value.
- Good written and spoken English skills (B2 level or higher), enabling effective work in an international environment.