We are collaborating with a leading international industrial group with a strong presence in more than 20 countries and decades of experience in the design, manufacturing and distribution of advanced equipment and solutions.

With a strong commitment to innovation, operational excellence and technological development , the company is looking for a Technology Manager to play a key role in the evolution of its manufacturing operations.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Operations Director , the Technology Manager will be responsible for leading the manufacturing technology strategy and its implementation across the company's production facilities.

The role leads the Maintenance and Engineering teams , with a strong focus on equipment reliability, continuous process improvement, automation and the successful execution of industrial projects.

A key part of the position will be improving production efficiency, equipment performance and digital integration across punching, bending, forming and assembly processes .

We are looking for an experienced industrial professional who combines technical expertise, leadership capabilities and a hands-on approach , and who is comfortable working within an international environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Define and execute the company's manufacturing technology roadmap , aligned with business and operational objectives.
- Lead and develop the Maintenance and Engineering teams .
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across punching, bending, forming and assembly processes.
- Identify, evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies and automation solutions .
- Oversee industrial engineering activities, including process optimization, cycle-time reduction and OEE improvement .
- Manage CAPEX projects related to new equipment, machinery upgrades, automation and digital manufacturing tools.
- Drive Industry 4.0 initiatives , including data collection, traceability, MES integration and predictive maintenance.




- Collaborate closely with Production, Quality and New Project Development teams.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality and regulatory standards.
- Coordinate with external suppliers, integrators and technology partners.

Requirements

Education

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.

Experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a managerial or technology leadership role within an industrial manufacturing environment.
- Proven experience in metal manufacturing processes , such as punching, bending, forming, machining and/or assembly.
- Experience managing industrial projects and CAPEX investments .
- Strong background in process improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or Kaizen .

Technical Skills
- Knowledge of CNC machinery, automation systems and industrial production equipment .
- Experience with ERP/MES systems and manufacturing data analysis.
- Understanding of Industry 4.0 and smart factory concepts .
- Solid project management skills.

Languages
- Professional working proficiency in English , both written and spoken, is required.

Leadership Skills
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
- Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on execution approach .
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Results-oriented, with a clear continuous improvement mindset .

What We Offer

- The opportunity to play a key role in the technological transformation of an international industrial organization .
- High-impact projects involving manufacturing technology, automation and industrial improvement.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
- A dynamic, international and collaborative working environment.

If you have a strong industrial background and are passionate about manufacturing technology, engineering, automation and continuous improvement , we would be pleased to hear from you.

📌 Technology Manager /Industrial Manufacturing (Barcelona)
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