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Mission
Important company in the industrial sector, offering innovative solutions to various sectors, driving new technologies and contributing its knowledge in the field to provide sustainable and environmentally friendly products.
With values such as commitment, product quality, and respect for the environment, they are currently seeking future leaders for their organization.
The Management Trainee program is designed to prepare a candidate to assume a management position. During the training program, the individual will become familiar with manufacturing processes, team leadership, operational management, strategy implementation, and continuous improvement to ensure efficiency and quality in production. Complete systematic and personalized training across different areas of the company, aligned with the organization's requirements, to professionally prepare them for the target position.
Main objectives:
- Understand all departments and the relationships between them that are relevant to the target position.
- Build a strong network of contacts within the company (nationally and internationally).
- Develop a good understanding of the entire organization, not just isolated processes or areas.
Responsibilities
1. Training and Learning:
- Participate in a structured training program focused on production, operations, supply chain, engineering, maintenance, logistics, and quality control.
- Rotate through different departments to gain knowledge about plant operations and other key areas of the organization.
2. Operational Management:
- Get involved in the supervision of plant operations.
- Analyze and improve processes to optimize production and reduce costs.
- Collaborate with different teams to ensure production goals are met.
3. Team Leadership and Development:
- Participate in the supervision of work teams in different areas of the plant.
- Participate in human talent management, including resource planning and staff professional development.
- Analyze compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
4. Strategy and Planning:
- Contribute to the development of strategic plans for plant optimization.
- Participate in meetings with the management team to align plant goals with the organization's priorities.
5. Evaluation and Reporting:
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to efficiency, quality, costs, and production times.
- Prepare regular reports for management on the progress made during the program.
Requirements
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, or Production Engineering, or a related discipline. A Master's in Business Administration (MBA) is desirable.
Advanced English level (desirable) and knowledge of other languages.
Experience:
Previous experience in manufacturing or engineering environments.
Technical Skills:
Knowledge of production management tools (ERP, SAP, etc.).
Competencies:
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Adaptability and ability to work in dynamic environments.
Analytical and strategic thinking.
Resilience and ability to make decisions under pressure.
Commitment to organizational values and culture.
Geographic mobility, nationally and internationally.
Catenon is a global executive search and international recruitment firm that combines technology, data, and human insight to identify the best professionals worldwide. With 23 offices across the planet and operations in more than 100 countries, the company specializes in board search, executive search, middle management recruitment, international recruitment, salary benchmarking, and talent projects for industries including construction, engineering, energy, IT, life sciences, and professional services.
Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Catenon operates as a Spanish multinational with a strong presence in the local market, offering roles such as Jefe de Obra, Director General, and Sales Manager across Spain. The company's work culture emphasizes global mobility, with opportunities for expatriation (e.g., COO in Mexico) and multilingual roles (e.g., French Desk in Madrid), making it attractive for international professionals seeking cross-border careers in recruitment and talent management.
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