Corporate Plastic Manufacturing Manager

Viscofan; Pamplona; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Viscofan is seeking a Corporate Plastic Manufacturing Manager to lead global manufacturing strategies in Pamplona. This strategic role involves improving processes, driving innovation, and fostering collaboration across international sites. The ideal candidate will have an engineering background and significant experience in manufacturing leadership within a multicultural environment.

Servicios

Key global role in manufacturing innovations.

Exposure to executive and site leadership teams.

Collaborative and purpose-driven team culture.

Formación

• Minimum 5 years of experience leading production teams in an industrial setting.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); other languages are a plus.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

Responsabilidades

• Define and execute the global manufacturing strategy for the plastics value stream.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coach and develop local leadership teams.

Conocimientos

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Change Management

Educación

Engineering degree (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical)

Descripción del empleo

About us:

Viscofan is the world leader in the production and distribution of casings, offering a unique value proposition to the meat industry. With a presence in over 110 countries, serving more than 1,700 customers, generating revenue exceeding €1.2 billion, and employing over 5,000 people across 23 countries, the Viscofan Group is not only a market leader but also a pioneer in biotechnological innovation, delivering cutting-edge solutions in both food and medical applications.

We are now looking for a Corporate Plastic Manufacturing Manager to join our Global team. The position will be based in Pamplona, Navarra, but it will involve commuting to the Group’s production plants.

This is a strategic global role for an experienced manufacturing leader who thrives on improving processes, building strong cross-functional teams, and driving innovation across multiple international sites.

What will your main responsibilities be?

• Define and execute the global manufacturing strategy for the plastics value stream.
• Coordinate end-to-end operations across multiple subsidiaries — from raw materials to final product delivery.
• Lead and support continuous improvement and lean transformation initiatives at site level.
• Promote synergies between local teams and corporate departments (R&D, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, Supply Chain).
• Ensure strict compliance with health & safety regulations, while fostering a culture of zero accidents.
• Standardize processes and optimize production parameters to increase efficiency, quality, and competitiveness.
• Supervise key KPIs and support subsidiaries in defining action plans and investment strategies.
• Coach and develop local leadership teams, supporting training, talent development, and cross-site collaboration.

What do you need to succeed in this role?

• Engineering degree (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, or related).
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading production teams in an industrial setting.
• Strong background in Lean Manufacturing (Green Belt minimum).
• International mindset and proven ability to work in multicultural, multi-site environments.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) — other languages are a plus.
• Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and change management skills.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work closely with teams on the ground.

Why join Viscofan?

• Play a key global role in driving the future of plastic manufacturing within a leading multinational company.
• Work in a high-impact position with full exposure to the executive and site leadership teams.
• Be part of a company that is redefining innovation and sustainability in industrial manufacturing.
• Join a collaborative, purpose-driven, and multicultural team where your ideas will be heard and your leadership recognized.

At Viscofan, we believe in building a diverse, inclusive, and empowered team. We welcome professionals who bring vision, execution, and leadership to the table.