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Operations Manager - Industrial Plant

On-site in Granollers·Added 2 days ago (last checked 6 Nov)

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Michael Page España

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Work mode: On-site, Granollers
Contract: Permanent
Experience: 7+ years
Education: University degree

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Skills

Lean Manufacturing

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Technical university degree, preferably in Engineering or similar.
Complementary training in Production Management, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or equivalent methodologies.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in responsibility positions within the food sector.
Consolidated experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
Knowledge of continuous improvement tools and production process optimization.
Analytical capacity and orientation towards achieving results.
High capacity for organization, planning, and decision-making.
Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional management skills.
Proactive profile, with a focus on continuous improvement and people development.
Ability to operate in dynamic and transformative environments.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Joining a solid and growing industrial company.
Strategic position with a direct impact on plant results.
Stable project with a high level of autonomy and responsibility.
Active participation in continuous improvement and operational transformation projects.
Collaborative, dynamic, and excellence-oriented environment.
Competitive remuneration package in accordance with the experience provided.

The role

We are looking for an Operations Manager to lead the comprehensive management of an industrial plant, driving efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement. You will have a strategic role in process optimization, team leadership, and the achievement of the business's operational objectives.

Important industrial company seeks an Operations Manager
Operations Manager, Plant Manager, Production Manager, Lean Manufacturing

What you'll do

Reporting to the Plant Management, the selected person will assume the following responsibilities:

Lead and develop operations teams, fostering a culture oriented towards performance, safety, and collaboration.
Manage and coordinate daily production activity to ensure compliance with established production plans.
Supervise operational processes ensuring compliance with quality standards, safety, and internal procedures.
Coordinate production scheduling together with the planning, engineering, and maintenance areas.
Guarantee adequate material management and procurement to ensure operational continuity.
Coordinate internal logistical flows to optimize the availability and movement of materials and finished products.
Supervise activities related to logistics and customer service, guaranteeing compliance with committed service levels.
Lead continuous improvement projects through Lean Manufacturing methodologies and other operational excellence tools.
Identify and implement opportunities for process optimization, waste reduction, and productivity improvement.
Define, monitor, and achieve the plant's key performance indicators (KPIs).
Work closely with the Quality, Engineering, Purchasing, Human Resources, Planning, and Maintenance departments to ensure the achievement of business objectives.
Actively participate in operational transformation and organizational development initiatives.

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
If your application progresses, we will help you prepare for the interview with useful information about the company, its culture and what it looks for in a profile like yours.
Final stage and negotiation · With a client company

The final stages are set by the client company: Michael Page acts as an intermediary, and the interview and decision rest with the hiring company.
Support continues after the contract is signed.
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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.

Industry: Staffing

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About the company & team

Our client is a consolidated company, immersed in a process of evolution, transformation, and continuous improvement. With a solid presence in its sector, it bets on operational excellence, process innovation, and people development as fundamental pillars to guarantee sustainable and competitive growth.

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