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Plant Manager EV / Industrial

Hybrid in Pla de Carrese·Added today (last checked 3 Nov)

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Work mode
Hybrid, Pla de Carrese
Spanish
Native level
English
Required
Experience
8+ years
Education
University degree
Benefits
Flexible pay plan

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Skills

Nice to have

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Industrial Engineering, Electronics, Electrical, Industrial Organization, Production, or equivalent technical training.
  • Master's / MBA in operations management or industrial management.
  • Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
  • Six Sigma or problem-solving methodologies (8D, A3, FMEA).
  • Occupational risk prevention.
  • Team management.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in industrial environments, of which at least 3 in Plant Manager, Production Manager, or Plant Production Head positions.
  • Experience leading large production teams with supervisors and middle management in charge.
  • Experience in plants with high operational demands, preferably in electronic assembly, power electronics, chargers / e-mobility, automotive, capital goods, or related sectors.
  • Experience in plant or production area budget management and in investment projects (CAPEX).
  • Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing tools and continuous improvement projects.
  • Experience working with industrial indicators: productivity, efficiency, quality, delivery, absenteeism, safety, and costs.

Nice to have

  • Experience in new product industrialization, launches, and production ramps is valued.
  • Operations management and production organization.
  • Budget management, cost control, and CAPEX.
  • Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and problem-solving.
  • Management of industrial KPIs and CeCos / cost centers.
  • Capacity and production resource planning.
  • Industrial maintenance (TPM) at a management level.
  • Safety and prevention in industrial environments.
  • Electronic assembly, wiring, and functional / EOL testing processes (valued).
  • Electronic assembly quality standards (e.g., IPC-A-610) and ESD control (valued).
  • SAP at an advanced user level, especially in monitoring efficiency and production data.
  • Advanced Excel for control, analysis, and reporting. Power BI is valued.
  • Minimum B2 English (C1 valued): communication with other group plants, including the future US plant.

Languages

  • Native Spanish speaker.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Flexible schedule and hybrid modality (depending on the position).
  • Continuous training through our Corporate University.
  • Benefits such as subsidized dining room, private gym, and personalized PEbenefits.
  • Flexible Remuneration Plan: transport, nursery, training, among others.
  • Multicultural environment with real opportunities for international growth.

Our commitment

The role

Join Power Electronics and be part of the change towards a sustainable future! ⚡

About Power Electronics

At Power Electronics, we believe in a cleaner, more efficient, and sustainable future, driven by technological innovation. We are a global leader in renewable energy and power electronics, with a presence in more than 36 countries and a team of over 3,000 people committed to a single purpose: transforming energy into progress. Every day, we work to design solutions that drive change towards a world that is more responsible with the planet and with future generations.

Comprehensively manage the electric vehicle charger plant (IBI) in Llíria while simultaneously directly leading its production, ensuring compliance with S-QCDP objectives: Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People.

What you'll do

  • Be the person ultimately responsible for the plant's results in Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People (S-QCDP).
  • Prepare, manage, and monitor the plant budget (direct labor, indirect labor, overtime, consumables, and operating expenses), analyzing deviations and defining action plans.
  • Plan production capacity and workforce sizing based on the group's demand forecast.
  • Propose, justify, and execute investments (CAPEX): machinery, automation, layout, and plant infrastructure.
  • Coordinate the plant's support areas: Quality, Health & Safety, Maintenance, Process Engineering, Supply Chain / Purchasing, Logistics/Planning, and HR.
  • Act as the plant's interlocutor with the Plant Management and the rest of the group's plants, sharing standards, KPIs, and best practices (including the future US plant).
  • Prepare and present the monthly plant management report to management.
  • Coordinate with R&D and Product Engineering on the industrialization of new charger models (NPI) and their serial production launch.
  • Coordinate with Supply Chain regarding the availability of materials and electronic components to ensure the production plan.
  • Ensure compliance with quality, cost, delivery, and people objectives.
  • Coordinate, together with the production coordinator, work teams, productive activity, and efficiency levels.
  • Manage the allocation of resources between CeCos based on production load and operational needs.
  • Control factory activity KPIs and define corrective and preventive action plans.
  • Guarantee the daily monitoring of deviations in production, efficiency, quality, absenteeism, safety, and delivery.
  • Manage production ramps (ramp-up) for new products and line stabilization.
  • Ensure product traceability and compliance with functional and end-of-line testing.
  • Lead production teams, supervisors, and middle management, promoting a culture of responsibility, autonomy, and improvement.
  • Develop middle management (development plans, periodic monitoring) and ensure succession for key positions.
  • Scale the plant's production capacity with standardized processes, contributing to continuous improvement and promoting team participation.
  • Implement and consolidate Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
  • Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities in processes, people, methods, and organization.
  • Drive the automation and digitalization of production processes.
  • Lead transformation initiatives oriented toward productivity, quality, order, operational discipline, and meeting deadlines.
  • Define and optimize layouts and assembly, wiring, and testing flows for new models.

About Power Electronics

Power Electronics is a Spanish multinational company specializing in the design and manufacture of power electronics equipment, including photovoltaic inverters, electric vehicle charging solutions, and energy storage systems. With over 30 years of experience, the company has established itself as a key player in the renewable energy sector, operating globally with a strong focus on innovation and R&D. Its headquarters and main production facilities are located in Llíria, Valencia, Spain, where it employs a large workforce across engineering, manufacturing, and support functions.

For international professionals, Power Electronics offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-growing, technology-driven environment in Spain. The company's R&D department is central to its operations, with roles ranging from electronics and mechanical engineering to software development and process automation. While the working language is primarily Spanish, the company's global reach and ambitious growth plans make it an attractive option for engineers and technicians looking to build a career in the renewable energy sector in Spain. The company also offers internship programs and a range of positions in manufacturing, logistics, and corporate services, providing diverse opportunities for relocation.

Industry
Power Electronics
Founded
1988
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Llíria, Spain
In Spain
Llíria, Higueruelas

Good to know if you are moving

  • The company is headquartered in Llíria, Valencia, a smaller town near the city of Valencia, offering a more affordable cost of living compared to Madrid or Barcelona.
  • Power Electronics is a global leader in solar inverters, with a strong international presence, which may offer opportunities for international assignments.
  • The company has a large R&D department, with many engineering roles open, making it a good fit for engineers in power electronics, mechanical, and software fields.
  • While the company is global, the working language in Spain is primarily Spanish, so a good level of Spanish is likely required for most positions.
  • The company offers internship programs (Power On Talent) and a variety of roles in manufacturing, which could be a starting point for international professionals.

In their own words

Additional information

At Power Electronics, we promote equal opportunities, diversity, and professional development, and we evaluate people based on the value they bring. Our corporate culture is built on the principles of Integrity, Equality, Transparency, and Civic Commitment, fostering a work environment free from discrimination based on sex, marital status, age, physical condition, social status, religion, ideology or beliefs, sexual orientation and identity, gender expression, sexual characteristics, or language.

Are you joining the change? Join Power Electronics and become part of a company that drives the future of inexhaustible Energy.

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