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Production Operator

Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 4 months ago (last checked 22 Oct)

Thales

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Our summary

Work mode
Hybrid, Barcelona
Contract
Full-time
Education
Upper secondary (Bachillerato)
Benefits
Private health insurance, life insurance, flexible pay plan

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  • The ad doesn’t mention sponsorship

    No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.

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Skills

Nice to have

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

Nice to have

  • Previous experience with Smart Lines, card personalization processes, or SMD production.

  • Knowledge of equipment such as Smart Line, Exatron, ISMECA, MPR, Raduscar, or similar.

  • Technical training in electronics, mechatronics, or industrial maintenance.

  • Experience in environments with high quality, traceability, and safety requirements (telecom, automotive, electronics).

  • Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Flexible compensation

  • Shift work

  • Life insurance

  • Subsidized health insurance

  • Work-life balance services

  • Joining a leading global company in cybersecurity and digital identity.

  • Dynamic industrial environment, with a strong culture of safety and sustainability.

  • Professional development opportunities within Thales.

The role

Due to an increase in activity, we are looking for a Production Operator, based in Parets del Vallès, Barcelona. As part of the Production Team, you will be responsible for:

What you'll do

  • Operating production equipment used in SIM card and SMD manufacturing processes, in accordance with the production plan and production orders.

  • Acting flexibly and multi-functionally, being able to operate Smart Lines, SMD machines, and personalization or labeling equipment, according to your level of training and certification.

  • Strictly complying with quality, productivity, safety, and HSE standards, following established procedures and operational standards.

  • Performing set-ups, basic operational adjustments, and format changes on assigned machines during the shift.

  • Ensuring the correct execution of production orders in the quantity, quality, and time required by each customer.

  • Performing quality and safety self-checks, verifying vision systems, process parameters, and the status of the product in process.

  • Correctly recording production data, traceability, and checks in the defined computer systems.

  • Complying with and applying ESD, physical safety, and information security standards, ensuring the protection of products and classified information.

  • Maintaining order and cleanliness in the work area, applying 5S principles and good industrial practices.

  • Actively participating in training, retraining, and certification plans for new machines or processes.

  • Promptly reporting any process deviation, quality issue, safety concern, or equipment malfunction.

  • Supporting basic preventive maintenance activities and executing defined operational checklists.

  • Contributing ideas and suggestions for the continuous improvement of processes, work methods, and safety.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

  • Minimum education: Completed secondary education or high school diploma.

  • Previous experience operating industrial machinery,
    preferably in automated environments.

  • Knowledge of basic production processes, reading production orders, and quality standards.

  • Knowledge and application of industrial safety and ESD standards.

  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks with attention to detail and operational discipline.

  • Basic proficiency in computer systems for production recording and traceability.

  • Responsible, organized profile, results-oriented, and a team player.

  • Availability to work shifts and adapt to different
    production tasks.

Hiring process

Online application, recruiter review, one or more interviews with the recruiter and hiring manager, then offer 1 interview

About Thales

Thales is a global technology leader serving the Defense, Aerospace, Ground Transportation, and Security markets. With operations in 68 countries and over 81,000 employees, the group generated revenues of €18.4 billion in 2024. Thales designs and develops electrical and digital systems, including critical mission-critical information systems, for a wide range of applications from defense to civil aviation.

In Spain, Thales has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, employing over 1,000 people. The Spanish operations focus on engineering, cybersecurity, and digital services, offering a multicultural environment where international professionals can develop their careers. Thales is known for its strong commitment to talent development, offering international mobility opportunities and a wide range of technical and business roles, making it an attractive employer for professionals looking to relocate to Spain.

Industry
Defense and Electronics
Founded
1893
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Meudon, France
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • Thales offers international mobility programs and a multicultural work environment, with English often used as the working language in its Spanish operations.
  • The company has a strong commitment to talent development, with structured graduate programs and internships (e.g., the 'Young Talent 2026-2027' program) that are open to international candidates.
  • Spain is a key hub for Thales' digital and cybersecurity activities, with the Madrid Delivery Center being a major engineering and innovation center.
  • Thales provides visa and relocation support for international hires, including assistance with work permits and the relocation process.
  • The company's Spanish operations are involved in high-tech sectors such as cybersecurity, digital identity, and aerospace, offering engineers and IT professionals the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects.

In their own words

About the company & team

Location: Barcelona, SpainThales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billions of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure.Thales in Spain is a leader in technological solutions applied to Defence, Aeronautics, Security, Transportation and Space and, furthermore, is a global centre for excellence in Space, Security of Critical Infrastructures and Transportation. With a turnover of €320 million and a staff of 1,200, it exports approximately 40% of its total production principally to the Middle East, North Africa and Latin America.

Thales Cybersecurity & Digital Identity is a global leader in digital security, providing trust in an increasingly connected world. We design and offer a wide range of products, software, and services based on two main technologies: digital identification and data protection.

Additional information

Thales is a company that promotes equal opportunities.

All qualified candidates will be considered for the position, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, nationality, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, protected veteran status, medical condition, or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here,

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