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Continuous Improvement Technician

On-site in Beniparrell·Added 24 days ago

Importaco

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Overview

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Importaco doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work on-site in Beniparrell
No relocation package mentioned.
University degree
“Formación universitaria en Ingeniería Industrial, Organización Industrial o similar .” — per the ad.

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Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Immediate incorporation: Join a team committed to development and innovation.
Stability and growth: Real opportunities for advancement within the company.
Continuous training: Constant support for your professional development.
Dynamic environment: An atmosphere where change and continuous improvement drive us forward.

If you are looking for a growth opportunity and want to be part of a committed team, click 'Apply' and start your new professional challenge with us!

Requirements

What we're looking for

University degree in Industrial Engineering, Industrial Organization, or similar.
Between 1 and 3 years of experience, including relevant internships, in industry, process improvement, engineering, operations, or data analysis.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and process analysis.
Good command of Excel and data analysis and visualization tools.
Analytical, rigorous, practical profile with the ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.

The role

At Importaco, we are looking to hire a Continuous Improvement Technician to support the development and deployment of improvement initiatives in our Nut factories, turning data and process observations into practical solutions.

We want to hire an analytical, process-oriented profile with an interest in continuous improvement, digitalization, and the industrial environment.

Provide technical and analytical support to continuous improvement projects, participating in process analysis, indicator monitoring, implementation of standards, and the development of tools that improve efficiency, productivity, and decision-making.

What you'll do

Analyze processes and ensure data quality, performing measurements, time studies, and monitoring efficiency and productivity indicators.
Identify improvement opportunities, detecting losses, inefficiencies, and causes of variability in processes.
Participate in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma projects, using tools such as VSM, 5S, SMED, TPM, DMAIC, 8D, or root cause analysis.
Measure and document results, monitoring actions, indicators, deadlines, and the benefits of initiatives.
Provide support to the daily management routines of the factories, reviewing information quality and the monitoring of actions.
Develop and maintain corporate continuous improvement standards, guides, templates, and tools.
Support the training and guidance of teams in improvement methodologies and standards.
Participate in the implementation and validation of digital tools, dashboards, MES, GMAO, and other analysis and automation solutions.

About Importaco

Importaco is a Spanish food and beverage group headquartered in Beniparrell, Valencia. The company is a major player in the production and distribution of nuts, dried fruits, and bottled water, operating across the entire value chain from sourcing and processing to packaging and logistics. With a strong industrial footprint in Spain and international operations, Importaco is a significant employer in the agri-food sector.

In Spain, Importaco operates several production plants in the Valencia region, including facilities in Beniparrell, Carlet, and Chella, where it produces its own brands of bottled water (such as Agua de Cortes) and processes nuts and dried fruits. The company is known for its vertically integrated operations and its commitment to quality and food safety. For international professionals, Importaco offers opportunities in industrial engineering, quality control, and production management, with roles that require a hands-on approach and integration into a well-established Spanish family business.

Industry: Food
Founded: 1939
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Beniparrell, Spain
In Spain: Beniparrell, Carlet, Chella
Website: importaco.com

Good to know if you are moving

Importaco is a family-owned Spanish company, which can offer a more stable and long-term oriented work environment compared to multinationals.
The company operates in the food industry, with production plants in the Valencia region, offering opportunities in industrial engineering, quality control, and maintenance.
Working at Importaco means integrating into a local Spanish work culture, where Spanish is the primary working language.
The group has international operations, which may offer opportunities for internal mobility in the future.
As a major producer of private-label food products, Importaco offers experience in a highly competitive and quality-driven sector.

In their own words

About the company & team

At Importaco, we are a growing company specialized in offering innovative, sustainable, and high-quality solutions. Our team is made up of people passionate about what they do, and we are looking for someone like you to join us.

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