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Industrial Plant Operations Manager

On-site in Valdemoro·Added 16 days ago (last checked 26 Oct)

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Work mode: On-site, Valdemoro
Contract: Permanent
Education: University degree

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What you'll get

We invite you to apply to learn more details about the Manufacturing Plant Operations Manager position.

The role

We are looking for an Operations Manager for a food sector company that is in a key phase of growth, professionalization, and continuous improvement. Reporting directly to the General Management, you will assume full responsibility for the plant's operations.

Operations Manager for a food sector plant in the south of Madrid.
Food sector company in a phase of growth and professionalization.

What you'll do

Lead the operations of a production plant operating in 3 shifts.
Manage and develop the Production, Planning, Purchasing, Procurement, and Logistics teams.
Define and implement performance indicators (KPIs) oriented towards productivity, quality, service, and costs.
Drive continuous improvement projects, process optimization, and organizational professionalization.
Ensure compliance with quality standards, food safety, risk prevention, and applicable regulations.
Guarantee efficient production and procurement planning to ensure customer service levels.
Collaborate with the General Management in the definition and execution of the company's strategic growth plan.
Lead investment, industrialization, and operational capacity development initiatives.

Who are we looking for (M/F/D)?

The selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

University degree, preferably in Engineering, Industrial Organization, or similar.
Solid experience leading industrial operations in manufacturing environments, preferably within food, consumer goods, or continuous processes.
Experience managing both production areas and Supply Chain functions.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and indicator management.
Ability to lead teams, drive change, and develop talent.
Results-oriented profile, with strategic vision and strong execution capacity.

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews

CV registration
Consultant contact
With a specialist Michael Page consultant
If they see that your experience and motivations fit the values and needs of a hiring company, they will contact you to start the selection process: they will learn about your expectations, answer your questions and help you prepare for each stage of the process.
Company interview
With a client company
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Final stage and negotiation · With a client company

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About Michael Page España

Michael Page is a global recruitment consultancy and part of PageGroup, one of the world's leading professional recruitment firms. The company specializes in placing mid-to-senior level professionals across a wide range of sectors, including technology, engineering, finance, sales, and human resources. With a strong presence in Spain, Michael Page operates offices in major cities and offers services such as executive search, temporary staffing, and outsourcing solutions.