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Sewing Machine Operator - Plastic Sector

On-site in Barcelona·Added yesterday (last checked 19 Oct)

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Nortempo

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Overview

Salary: €22,000 - €23,000 a year
About €1,500 - €1,520 a month after tax.
Payments: 12 salary payments a year
Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Hours: Monday to Friday
Education: No studies required

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Requirements

Nice to have

-Previous experience in industrial environments or machinery handling is valued.

-Experience working with coils (plastic, paper, or similar) will be valued.

-Responsible, committed person with an interest in learning a trade.

-Ability to follow established procedures.

-Nearby residence or ease of commuting.

Specific experience in the sector is not essential: the company offers internal training and guidance during the adaptation period.

We will also greatly value profiles coming from:

Industrial cutting.
Paper and cardboard.
Textiles.
Graphic arts.
Welding.
Industrial production.
Handling.
Machinery.
Assembly.
Manufacturing processes.

If you come from one of these sectors and have good manual dexterity, attitude, and a desire to learn, you could also fit in perfectly.

Do you have mechanical knowledge? That's a plus!

Education & certifications

We do not require specific studies.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

-Schedule: Monday to Friday from 6:15h to 14:30h

-Salary between €22,000 - €23,000 gross/year; Salary in 12 payments

-Job stability in a consolidated family business.

-Continuous training and technical learning.

-Good working environment and close personal treatment.

The role

At Grupo Nortempo Selección, we are looking for a Sewing Machine Operator to join a family-owned company in the industrial sector (graphic arts/plastics), specializing in the manufacture and printing of plastic coils and bags.

This is a stable position within a small, close-knit team with a real possibility of learning the trade.

What you'll do

Loading plastic coils into the machine.
Preparation and adjustment of the sewing machine.
Startup and supervision of the production process.
Cutting and manufacturing plastic bags according to production orders.
Collection, inspection, and packaging of the final product according to customer specifications.
Handling of material and coils (use of available auxiliary means).
Detection and communication of minor mechanical incidents arising from daily use.
Support in other production area tasks when necessary.

Hiring process

After you apply for a job, Nortempo's recruitment team reviews your profile and assesses your fit for the position; if your experience matches what the company is looking for, they contact you to move forward in the process 1 interview

Nortempo is a temporary employment agency (ETT): the final stages are set by the client company.
Applying and taking part in their recruitment processes is free; they never ask for payment or any financial consideration.
Even if the job closes, your profile stays in their talent community and they may contact you for new processes.

About Nortempo

Nortempo is a Spanish staffing and recruitment company specializing in industrial, logistics, healthcare, and administrative personnel. Founded in A Coruña, it operates across Spain, providing temporary and permanent staffing solutions to a wide range of sectors, including logistics, industry, healthcare, and retail.

For international professionals, Nortempo offers a direct entry point into the Spanish labor market, with a strong presence in Galicia and expanding operations across the country. The company's work culture is practical and field-oriented, and many roles (such as warehouse, transport, and industrial maintenance) are open to candidates with EU work authorization. While Spanish language skills are often required for client-facing roles, the company's scale and variety of positions make it a relevant option for those seeking operational work in Spain.