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Plant Manager

Manufacturing

  • Lleida, Lleida
  • Manufacturing
  • Full time

Plant Manager

Job Description

Plant Manager

Production / Operations
Corporate
Lleida, Spain
Full-time: On-site

Why join us

Get ready to Own operational excellence as a Plant Manager at Nutreco, an SHV company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us and place efficiency, safety, and quality at the heart of production as you Own your ideas, Own your direction and Own your career success.

What you’ll do

You’ll lead all production and technical activities in our Lleida plant, ensuring cost-effective, efficient operations that meet quality standards and sales commitments. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing multi-shift production operations and integrating processes for continuity and balance.

  • Overseeing maintenance and repair planning, including CAPEX projects, to minimize downtime and disruptions.

  • Driving continuous improvement initiatives to optimize efficiency and effectiveness across the plant.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who is responsible, accountable, and ready to Own this role. Someone with strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and a passion for operational excellence. You’ll also need:

  • Bachelor’s degree with 8–10 years’ experience in production/operations management.

  • Proven experience in maintenance planning, production scheduling, and cost control.

  • Strong leadership and people management skills to motivate and develop teams.

  • Knowledge of HSE and quality compliance standards.

  • Ability to manage OPEX/CAPEX budgets and deliver efficiency gains.

What you’ll receive

As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus.

In addition, you’ll receive:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

  • Opportunities for professional growth across the SHV group.

  • Support to thrive within our inclusive, international culture.

  • Commitment to sustainability and innovation.

Local Benefits

  • Permanent contract and full-time schedule.

  • Benefits plan and private health insurance.

  • 30 vacation days

  • Programs for well-being and work-life balance.

How and why to find out more

We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible.

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Now you’ve submitted your application, these are the
next steps towards Owning your career with Nutreco.

1

Your application

If you’re interested in joining us, then complete an application, which will ask you to share information about yourself and your academic and work experience. We'll review your application and be in touch as soon as possible.

2

Telephone conversation

If your application has impressed us, HR will arrange a telephone call with you to find out more about your background and experience.

3

Second interview

If our telephone conversation proves you could be a great fit, we’ll be in touch to arrange a second interview. On this, we’ll discuss your background and how you can contribute to the team. You could even have a chat with your potential new manager and team colleagues.

4

Review period

If we believe your understanding of the role and passion for our purpose stands out, we’ll contact you soon, to share with you our final decision. Your patience is appreciated at this point.

5

Hiring decision

Once we’ve made our decision, we’ll be in touch to let you know the outcome.
 

6

Welcome to the team

If you’ve been successful then, welcome to the team. You can now look forward to Owning your career at Nutreco. as you grow, develop and help to Feed the Future for generations to come. 

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