Francesco Russo

Francesco Russo is a seasoned professional in manufacturing and operations management with significant experience across various industries. Currently serving as the Manufacturing Engineering Manager at MKS Instruments since June 2022, Francesco previously held the position of Operations Manager at AUGIER Energy, where a fivefold increase in production capability and a 20% annual turnover boost were achieved through strategic supply initiatives and Lean Manufacturing practices. Prior experience includes roles as Production Manager at MULTI ELECTRIC, where Francesco led value stream mapping and factory re-layout projects, and Production Planner at OCEM ENERGY TECHNOLOGY, responsible for manufacturing activity planning and ERP tool implementation. Francesco holds both a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Management Engineering from Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna.