Operations Director

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking an Operations Manager to coordinate and optimize the daily operations of an industrial company, actively contributing to continuous improvement and process efficiency. Key Highlights: 1. Direct impact on business operations and process improvement 2. Close collaboration with management and agile decision-making 3. Dynamic work environment focused on operational efficiency At Inforges, we are looking to hire an **Operations Manager** for an established industrial company located in the Vega Media del Segura region. This is a company with over two decades of experience, of medium size, where decisions are made swiftly and each position has a **direct impact on business operations**. We seek a candidate who wishes to go beyond day-to-day management and **actively contribute to improving how an industrial plant operates**, participating in process optimization, team coordination, and continuous operational improvement. If you are motivated by working closely with management, gaining a holistic view of an industrial company’s operations, and delivering tangible process improvements, this project is for you. **WHAT WILL BE YOUR MISSION?** You will be responsible for **coordinating and optimizing the company’s daily operations**, ensuring proper production planning, raw material procurement, warehouse management, and facility maintenance. You will work closely with heads of **production, warehouse, laboratory, and sales**, reporting directly to senior management and participating in coordinating the company’s operational priorities. In such an agile structure, your organizational skills, analytical ability, and decision-making capacity will be critical to ensuring process efficiency and fostering a culture of **continuous improvement**. **WHAT WILL YOU DO ON A DAILY BASIS?** **Operational Planning and Coordination** * Develop the **daily machine-level production plan**, based on orders and available stock. * Coordinate daily activities with production, warehouse, laboratory, and sales to establish priorities. * Supervise the proper management of **dispatches and shipments**. * Analyze production requirements and identify opportunities for **process optimization**. **Procurement and Supplier Management** * Supervise **stock control** and conduct inventory audits. * Analyze procurement needs and coordinate orders with approved suppliers. * Track purchase orders to ensure correct receipt. * Participate with Quality in identifying and qualifying new suppliers. * Verify accurate calculation of **raw material costs**. **Cost and Efficiency Monitoring** * Analyze **production costs** and identify opportunities for operational improvement. * Drive initiatives aimed at **operational efficiency and continuous improvement**. **Industrial Maintenance** * Supervise the preventive maintenance schedule for machinery. * Coordinate repairs and technical inspections. * Ensure proper functioning of production facilities. **Daily Coordination** * Participate in and lead operational meetings with department heads. * Plan and communicate the next day’s workload forecast. **WHAT DOES THIS PROJECT OFFER YOU?** * Join a stable and well-established industrial company. * Direct involvement in the company’s operational management. * A close-knit work environment, with direct contact with management and agile decision-making. * Permanent contract * Intensive working hours supporting work-life balance: start time between 6:00 and 7:00 a.m., end time between 1:00 and 2:00 p.m. If you are interested in joining an industrial environment where your work delivers **direct impact on operations and process improvement**, we would be delighted to meet you. **WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?** We seek a candidate with an industrial mindset, capable of thriving in dynamic environments and agile organizational structures. * **3–5 years’ experience** in similar roles within industrial settings. * Education in **Industrial Engineering or related field** (preferred). * **Advanced English proficiency**, essential for communication with suppliers and international stakeholders. * Experience using **SAP or similar ERP systems**. * Knowledge of production planning, procurement, or industrial supply chain. * **Analytical capability and results orientation**, to achieve defined objectives. * You must possess **autonomy** in making operational decisions. * Ability to **prioritize effectively** * **Commitment and integrity** * Above all, ability to foster a **positive work environment** and collaborate effectively.