As the Manufacturing Excellence Specialist, you’re a key member of our Operational Excellence community, reporting to the Plant Manager. You will contribute to the success of Ball by driving Continuous Improvement activities and leading the implementation and sustainment of Ball’s Operational Excellence (BOE/BME) pillars across the plant. In this role, you will work closely with cross‑functional teams on all shifts to embed standardized processes, improve site performance, and strengthen capability through coaching and training.

Your work will directly support improvements in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity—helping our plant achieve operational excellence and long‑term business success.

Key Responsibilities

Leading the execution and sustainment of BOE/BME pillars and Standard Operating Procedures across the plant

Driving continuous improvement projects that generate measurable results in safety, quality, productivity, cost, and delivery

Facilitating problem‑solving activities and coaching employees at all levels to build CI capability and ownership

Collaborating with operations teams across shifts to ensure consistent execution and alignment to standards

Supporting governance and compliance, ensuring BOE and safety standards are adhered to in all improvement activities

Tracking performance metrics and progress against plant objectives and communicating achievements and opportunities

Promoting a culture of learning, accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence

Qualifications & Experience





Minimum 2 years’ experience in production or maintenance within a manufacturing environment

Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing others in Continuous Improvement techniques

Proven ability to lead change, influence stakeholders, and drive a culture of continuous improvement

Working knowledge of Lean / CI principles (Green Belt or similar preferred)

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; data‑driven decision making

Ability to work effectively across multiple shifts and cross‑functional teams

Proficiency in English and Spanish; Catalan is an advantage

Hands‑on, proactive mindset with focus on safety, quality, and operational discipline

Equal Opportunity Employer Ball Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, faith, ability, or orientation.

Job Details Job Grade: Global Grade 11 Work Environment: This role requires on‑site presence at our Llinars del Vallès plant

Hiring Range: 49,000 - 70,000 EUR gross per year. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and market benchmarks. Depending on these factors, the vigente offer may fall above or below the posted range.

Incentive Plan: This position is eligible to participate in Ball’s annual incentive compensation program.

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Private medical insurance, life and accident insurance, and employee assistance program.

📌 Manufacturing Excellence Specialist (Madrid)
🏢 Ball
📍 Madrid