Food Production Specialist

Planet Farms, founded in 2018 in Milan, is a leading vertical farming company. It’s currently present in the main distribution chains with its line of salads and pesto.

The company is in strong development in Italy and abroad and Planet Farmers today work at the production plant - the brand new and upcoming Cirimido Plant (Como, Italy) at the R&D Center on the outskirts of Milan, as well as at offices in Italy (Milan), Portugal (Coimbra), the United Kingdom (London) and the Netherlands (Eindhoven).

We are looking for a Food Production Specialist that will be responsible for managing and supervising production operations, ensuring productivity, efficiency and compliance with quality and safety standards. This role requires strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of food production processes and a methodical approach. The candidate will be under direct supervision of the Head of Plant.

Activities:

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise all activities of the production department
• Ensure that production processes comply with quality and food safety standards
• Manage production personnel, including training
• Optimize operational efficiency through the implementation of continuous improvement practices in collaboration with the specific function
• Collaborate with agronomy, quality, logistics, and commercial departments to ensure adherence to timelines and business targets
• Monitor and analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and contractors to ensure the quality of services provided

Knowledge:

• At least 1/3 years of experience in a similar role within a food company, preferably in the fresh products sector
• In-depth knowledge of HACCP regulations

Skills:

• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Strong results orientation and ability to work under pressure
• Leadership and team management capabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Language skills:

Good knowledge of English

Location:

Cirimido (CO)

Type of contract:

Permanent, full time

Planet Farms is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, pregnancy status, nationality, age, or disability, celebrating individual differences and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our commitment to non-discrimination applies to all stages of the employment relationship, including hiring, training, compensation, promotion, and termination.