Plant Manager

Plant Manager (M/F/X) At Manpower, we are looking for a Plant Manager for a large-scale oleic project. Location: Palencia Functions: Plan, coordinate, and supervise all production processes of the vegetable oil plant (olive, sunflower, and rapeseed), guaranteeing compliance with quality, efficiency, safety, and sustainability objectives. Optimize the performance of production lines and ensure traceability, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement in an Industry 4.0 environment. 1. Production Planning and Control • Prepare the daily, weekly, and monthly production plan according to demand and installed capacity. • Manage the flow of raw materials and finished products, ensuring process continuity. • Coordinate with logistics, purchasing, and quality to guarantee compliance with operational standards. 2. Process Optimization • Analyze and improve key performance indicators (OEE, yield, shrinkage, cycle times). • Apply continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Kaizen, 5S) in all transformation processes. • Propose and execute actions for productivity improvement, energy efficiency, and sustainability. 3. Plant Personnel Management • Organize and lead the team of operators and production supervisors. • Manage shifts, training, motivation, and compliance with safety regulations. • Evaluate performance and coordinate corrective or improvement actions within the operating team. 4. In-Process Quality Control • Ensure compliance with product quality standards throughout the entire production cycle. • Collaborate with the quality department in audits, validations, and corrective actions. • Ensure complete product traceability, from raw material to final packaging. 5. Interdepartmental Coordination • Collaborate closely with the maintenance, quality, engineering, logistics, and food safety departments. • Participate in innovation projects, plant expansion, or new production lines. • Establish effective communication channels for the agile resolution of incidents. 6. Safety, Environment, and Energy Efficiency • Guarantee compliance with OSH and food safety regulations. • Promote sustainable production practices with low environmental impact. • Participate in the implementation of energy efficiency technologies and waste reduction. If you are interested in being part of a great project in the oleic sector, apply!!