Our client is a leading international manufacturing company operating within the food production industry and part of a large multinational group with a strong general presence. Committed to operational excellence, innovation and sustainability, the company has developed a structured Manufacturing Leadership Program to identify and develop the next generation of Plant Managers across Spain and Portugal.

This is a unique opportunity for ambitious engineering professionals looking to accelerate their careers through a fully paid 12-month development program, combining hands-on experience in manufacturing plants with exposure to corporate Supply Chain and Operations projects before taking on the responsibility of leading a production facility.

As a participant in the Plant Manager Development Program, you will join a fully paid, structured 12-month development program designed to prepare you for your first Plant Manager position. Throughout the program, you will gain first-hand experience across manufacturing operations, production, maintenance, logistics and supply chain while working alongside experienced Plant Managers and Operations leaders.

The program includes:

- A fully remunerated 12-month development program, of which:
- 6 months of hands-on training in one of the company's manufacturing plants in Spain or Portugal.
- 6 months based at the Operations headquarters in Madrid, participating in cross-functional Supply Chain and Operational Excellence projects.




- Continuous mentoring from experienced Plant Managers and senior Operations leaders.
- Upon successful completion of the program, you will assume your first Plant Manager position.

Responsibilities

- Develop a deep understanding of manufacturing operations across the company's production network.
- Learn and progressively assume responsibility for plant operations.
- Lead operational teams and develop your leadership capabilities through real manufacturing challenges.
- Drive operational efficiency, productivity and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate closely with Production, Maintenance, Logistics, Supply Chain and other support functions.
- Contribute to achieving operational excellence while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.
- Prepare to successfully lead a manufacturing facility upon completion of the program.

Position requirements

- Degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical or similar).
- At least 2 years of experience in a leadership position.
- At least 3 years of experience working in a production or manufacturing environment.
- English proficiency at B2 level or above.
- EU passport.
- Full willingness to relocate to any province across Spain or Portugal during the program and future assignments.
- Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
- A proactive mindset, accountability and a passion for manufacturing and continuous improvement.

📌 Future Plant Manager Manufacturing Leadership Program | Spain (Tres Cantos)
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📍 Tres Cantos