Production Manager (Food Sector)

Are you ready to take the reins of a complex manufacturing operation where efficiency, people leadership, and forward-thinking process improvement intersect? An established European player in the consumer goods manufacturing sector is seeking a driven individual to lead and evolve their production operations through strategic insight and hands-on excellence.

This is not your typical leadership role . It's about creating momentum, making things better every day, and pushing the boundaries of what a well-run production facility can be.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and coordinate all production activities to ensure smooth operations, alignment with strategic priorities, and high-quality outputs.
• Design and deploy action plans that improve productivity, reduce inefficiencies, and elevate team performance.
• Oversee resource management , ensuring optimal use of people, equipment, and materials in line with operational goals.
• Monitor key metrics such as energy usage, material consumption, waste, and throughput — and drive continuous improvement accordingly.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with planning, quality, maintenance, and other support areas to remove bottlenecks and foster a culture of integrated excellence.
• Steer maintenance practices to ensure equipment longevity and availability.
• Promote and instill a mindset of continuous improvement across production teams, using best-practice tools and lean methodologies.
• Contribute to investment planning and project execution , ensuring maximum return on operational upgrades.
• Stay accountable for safety, hygiene, and environmental best practices within the manufacturing environment.
• Lead reporting, monitor KPIs, and ensure transparency in decision-making.

Who You Are

You bring a strategic mind and a practical hands-on approach . You can spot inefficiencies before they become problems, and you know how to rally a team toward ambitious but achievable goals.

Must-Haves:

• Higher education in Engineering, Industrial Management, Chemistry , or Business Administration .
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and solid command of MS Office tools .
• Strong grasp of Quality & Safety systems in industrial settings.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (additional languages a plus).
• 3–5 years’ experience in production or operations management in food or fast-moving consumer goods environments.
• Background in multicultural team leadership and working within international environments .

Key Competencies:

• Analytical and data-driven decision making
• High standards and personal accountability
• Proven leadership with a strategic edge
• Change management and communication skills
• Passion for results and process optimization

Why This Role?

• It's a chance to step into a mission-critical role where you can directly shape operational strategy.
• You’ll join a business with strong values and a forward-looking approach to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence.
• You’ll be empowered to make tangible changes — not just follow procedures.