Celine Time & Methods Specialist
- Location
- Strada in ChiantiTuscanyItaly
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Junior
- Compensation
- €34,000/year
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jul 31, 2026
About Celine
Founded in Paris in 1945 by Céline Vipiana, Celine is a storied French luxury house renowned for its modernist elegance, exacting craftsmanship, and quietly powerful vision of contemporary style. As part of LVMH, the Maison offers employees the opportunity to contribute to a global brand while remaining rooted in Parisian heritage, artisanal excellence, and creative discipline. Celine seeks individuals who combine cultural sensitivity, precision, and entrepreneurial spirit across design, merchandising, retail, operations, and corporate functions. The house fosters an environment where talent is expected to uphold exceptional standards, shape refined client experiences, and participate in the continuing evolution of a distinctive luxury identity.
Time & Methods Specialist at Celine Production, Strada in Chianti (FI), Italy. EUR 34,000 annual salary. Full-time position analyzing production processes and optimizing manufacturing operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support detailed analysis of production cycles and identify operational inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and waste reduction opportunities
- Conduct time studies and work cycle analysis on production lines using standard performance analysis methodologies
- Manage line balancing and workload distribution optimization across production operations
- Collaborate on the design of efficient production layouts and optimize workspace layout based on balancing data
- Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation and project reporting
- Analyze and define production routings during prototype and sample development phases
- Interface with modeling and prototyping teams to resolve technical queries and conduct empirical verification when needed
Qualifications
- Degree in Engineering or equivalent cross-functional experience in leather goods production processes
- Fluent Italian and proficient English
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong orientation toward data analysis and problem-solving
- Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills with ability to bridge production, design, and cost functions
- Proactive mindset, intellectual curiosity, and commitment to continuous learning
Skills
Experience
Minimum three years of experience in production processes or industrial engineering within the leather goods manufacturing sector
Education
Degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience in leather goods production
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Strada in Chianti, Tuscany, Italy, with easy access to Florence.
Compensation
The base compensation for this position is EUR 34,000 per annum.
Benefits
Benefits in accordance with applicable law and company policy; employment governed by the national collective labor agreement (CCNL Pelli e succedanei) and company-level collective agreement applicable to Celine in Italy
Culture
Celine cultivates a refined, exacting workplace where creativity, discipline, and a deep respect for Parisian elegance shape every decision. As an employer, it values craftsmanship, cultural awareness, and strong individual ownership, offering teams an environment that is both demanding and inspiring within the world of luxury fashion.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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