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Production Operator - Tooling Section

On-site in Fuenlabrada·Full-time·Added over a year ago (last checked 19 Oct)

Valeo

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Hours: Rotating shifts
Work mode: On-site, Fuenlabrada
Contract: Fixed-term, full-time hours
Education: Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

The role

How you'll work

Full time

Job description

Valeo is a tech global company, designing breakthrough solutions to reinvent the mobility. We are an automotive supplier partner to automakers and new mobility actors worldwide. Our vision? Invent a greener and more secured mobility, thanks to solutions focusing on intuitive driving and reducing CO2 emissions. We are leader on our businesses, and recognized as one of the largest global innovative companies.

Ensure production at the required quality and productivity levels, respecting Health and Safety standards at all workstations.

Jobs as a die setter with press cutting tools:

· Work with a surface grinder, vertical drill, and cutting machines.

· Work on a milling machine and a lathe.

· Knowledge of press tools.

· Interpretation of drawings.

· Knowledge of heat treatments and the most commonly used steels.

Ensure, in accordance with the information and training received, compliance with preventive measures, both in relation to your safety and health at work and that of those who may be affected by your professional activity.

Technical training is required: Higher Degree in Production by Mechanization or Production Management in Mechanical Manufacturing. FP2 qualification (machinery and tools or die-making and adjustment) or advanced module (manufacturing technician).

Vocational training courses such as turner-miller.

Temporary contract.

Rotating shift work schedule.

Job

Tooling Technician

Organization

Production - J

Employee Status

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Tipo de puesto

Fixed-Term Contract

Job Posting Date

2025-08-26

Join Us!
Being part of our team, you will join:
- one of the largest global innovative companies, with more than 20,000 engineers working in Research & Development
- a multi-cultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration
- more than 100,000 colleagues in 31 countries... which make a lot of opportunity for career growth
- a business highly committed to limiting the environmental impact if its activities and ranked by Corporate Knights as the number one company in the automotive sector in terms of sustainable development

More information on Valeo: https://www.valeo.com

Hiring process

3 steps3 interviews

Application
Document check
Telephone interview
Phone call
A first call to get to know you, with the chance to ask questions.
Technical interview
With a specialist department · Phone call
Your documents go to the specialist department, which holds a technical interview by phone.
Personal meeting
With a specialist department · In person
An in-person meeting to deepen the acquaintance.

No cover letter is required; the CV and references are the key documents.
Documents are checked promptly and considered for other open positions too.

About Valeo

Valeo is a global automotive supplier headquartered in Paris, France, designing and manufacturing innovative products and systems for the automotive industry, including lighting, thermal systems, and electrification solutions. With over 100,000 employees across more than 30 countries, Valeo is a key player in the transition to safer and more sustainable mobility, partnering with major car manufacturers worldwide.

In Spain, Valeo operates several industrial and R&D sites, notably in Martos (Jaén), Zaragoza, and Barcelona, focusing on lighting, electronics, and engineering. The company offers numerous opportunities for international professionals, including internships, VIE programs, and engineering roles, with a strong emphasis on R&D and innovation. Valeo's Spanish operations are integrated into its global network, providing a multicultural environment and career development prospects for those looking to work in the automotive sector in Spain.

Industry: Automotive Parts
Founded: 1923
Employees: 100,000–150,000
Headquarters: Paris, France
In Spain: Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona and 1 more

Good to know if you are moving

Valeo has multiple sites in Spain, including Martos, Zaragoza, and Barcelona, offering a range of roles from engineering to finance.
The company offers VIE (Volontariat International en Entreprise) programs, which are international assignments for young professionals, providing a pathway to work in Spain.
Many roles in Spain are in R&D and engineering, with opportunities for recent graduates and experienced professionals in automotive technology.
Valeo's Spanish operations are part of a global network, allowing for potential international career mobility within the company.
The company emphasizes innovation and sustainability, with a focus on developing technologies for the future of mobility.

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