Operations Manager

Enfinity Global; Vigo; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Enfinity Global is seeking an Operations Manager for its Composite Materials Recycling Plant in Northern Portugal. This role is crucial for leading the plant's start-up and ensuring operational excellence, safety, and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in industrial operations, a degree in Engineering, and experience in plant commissioning. Proficiency in English and Portuguese, along with strong skills in operations management and production planning, are essential. Join us in shaping a sustainable future.

Formación

• 10+ years in industrial operations roles, preferably in the automotive or related sector.
• Proven experience leading operational/plant teams.
• Experience in plant commissioning phases is highly valued.
• Strong knowledge of operations management and production planning.
• Solid understanding of industrial maintenance practices.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Languages: English and Portuguese are required.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee day‑to‑day production to ensure consistent and efficient operations.
• Monitor and improve operational KPIs.
• Manage feedstock supply and inbound material flows.
• Coordinate internal logistics.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards.
• Lead, motivate, and develop operational teams.

Conocimientos

Operations Management

Production Planning

Inventory Control

Lean Manufacturing

Logistics Processes

Data Analysis

Educación

Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering

Herramientas

ERP/MES systems

Descripción del empleo

Enfinity Global is a purpose-driven company focused on making a positive impact on the planet by helping companies, governments, and individuals transition to a carbon‑free and sustainable economy. As a leading Independent Power Producer (IPP), we develop, finance, build, operate, and own renewable energy assets throughout Europe, Asia, and the Americas from our offices in the USA, Spain, Italy, UK, Netherlands, India, and Japan.

Our diverse team, composed of over 350 committed professionals, has extensive experience across various stages of the project life cycle. We pride ourselves on being creative, innovative solution providers to our customers and partners.

Job Description

Enfinity Global is looking for an Operations Manager for our new Composite Materials Recycling Plant located in Northern Portugal. This role is pivotal in leading the plant's start‑up phase and ensuring a smooth and successful commissioning and production process. As the key driver of day‑to‑day operations, this person will be responsible for establishing the foundations of operational excellence, safety, and efficiency in a pioneering facility that plays an essential role in Enfinity Global's long‑term sustainability strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day production to ensure consistent and efficient operations
• Monitor and improve operational KPIs
• Drive continuous process optimization and best‑practice implementation
• Manage feedstock supply and inbound material flows
• Coordinate internal logistics and ensure efficient movement across the plant
• Supervise overall internal flow performance and alignment with production needs
• Ensure accurate stock control and traceability
• Implement and improve logistics and warehousing methodologies
• Lead cyclical inventory routines and reporting
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance activities
• Prioritize critical interventions to ensure equipment availability and reliability
• Maintain full documentation traceability aligned with Enfinity standards
• Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards
• Promote a strong safety culture, including 5S and LOTO procedures
• Support implementation and continuous improvement of quality systems
• Lead, motivate, and develop operational teams
• Manage shift structures and workforce planning
• Promote a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement. Partner with IT, Simplification, and Finance departments as needed to ensure solutions are well integrated with the company's other needs and initiatives

Requirements

• Degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, or Materials Engineering
• 10+ years in industrial operations roles, preferably in the automotive or related sector
• Proven experience leading operational/plant teams. Experience in plant commissioning phases is highly valued
• Strong knowledge of operations management and production planning
• Solid understanding of industrial maintenance practices
• Expertise in inventory control and logistics processes
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing methodologies
• Experience with ERP/MES systems and data analysis
• Languages: English and Portuguese are required. Spanish is a plus