Queserías Entrepinares is a leading Spanish family-owned company in the agri-food sector, specializing in the manufacture of various types of cheese. Founded in 1984, it has grown to become one of the largest cheese producers in Spain, operating several high-capacity production plants and a major logistics center. The company is well-known as a strategic inter-provider for Mercadona, Spain's largest supermarket chain.

Headquartered in Valladolid, Entrepinares maintains a strong industrial presence across Castilla y León, Galicia, and Madrid. For international professionals, the company offers opportunities in specialized technical fields such as R&D, SAP implementation, and industrial engineering. While the primary working language is Spanish, their commitment to innovation and large-scale production makes them a significant employer for those looking to build a career in the European food industry.

Founded in 1984 by Manuel Vázquez Gimón in Valladolid, the company has grown from a local cheese producer into a national industry leader. It has expanded through significant investments in technology and strategic partnerships with major retailers.

For international professionals

Major supplier for Mercadona, ensuring high business stability and consistent growth.
Operates state-of-the-art production facilities in Valladolid, Vilalba (Lugo), and Fuenlabrada (Madrid).
Offers roles in specialized corporate functions including SAP consultancy and food R&D.
Strong focus on industrial automation and modern logistics within the dairy sector.

R&D Coordinator Opportunity

Entrepinares

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English.

Requirements

- Higher university degree. Food Science and Technology, Industrial Engineering, Degree in Chemistry or similar.- Experience in product development and improvements within the industrial and food environment, with positive consideration for the specific products mentioned in the offer.- Team coordination.- Project management.- High level of English.- Availability to travel.- Research experience and a specialization Master's degree are valued.

Job Description

Functions

The selected person will be responsible for the R&D coordination of cream cheeses and processed cheeses within the Group.

FUNCTIONS:

- Promote product development with technical knowledge and a vision of the market, customer, and industrial area.
- Establish scientific-technical methodology and lead the technical team in their work of product development and improvement.
- Ensure the correct achievement of the project portfolio.
- Seek and maintain relationships with key collaborators.
- Guarantee and promote product know-how.

Requirements

- Higher university degree. Food Science and Technology, Industrial Engineering, Degree in Chemistry or similar.
- Experience in product development and improvements within the industrial and food environment, with positive consideration for the specific products mentioned in the offer.
- Team coordination.
- Project management.
- High level of English.
- Availability to travel.
- Research experience and a specialization Master's degree are valued.

View original advert (Spanish)

Funciones

La persona seleccionada se encargará de la coordinación de I+D de Quesos crema y Fundido dentro del Grupo.

FUNCIONES:

-Fomentar el desarrollo de productos con conocimiento técnico y visión de mercado, cliente y área industrial.
- Establecer metodología científico-técnica y liderar al equipo técnico en su labor de desarrollo y mejora de productos.
- Garantizar la correcta consecución del portfolio de proyectos.
-Buscar y mantener relaciones con colaboradores clave.
-Garantizar e impulsar el know-how de producto.

Requisitos

- Titulación universitaria superior. Ciencia y Tecnología de alimentos, Ingeniería Industrial, Licenciado en química o similar.
- Experiencia en el desarrollo de productos y mejoras dentro del entorno industrial y alimentación, valorándose positivamente en los productos específicos de la oferta.
- Coordinación de equipos.
- Gestión de proyectos.
- Nivel de inglés alto.
- Disponibilidad para viajar.
- Valorable experiencia investigadora y Máster de especialización.