Junior Plant Engineer

Global Enterprise Partners; Coimbra; Presencial; EUR 18 000 - 28 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Global Enterprise Partners is seeking a Junior Engineer (Plant) in Portugal to support plant operations during a major ERP and MES transformation. You will maintain production-related master data, assist with planning, and support daily shop floor processes on-site near Coimbra.

The role offers hands-on experience across production, manufacturing systems, warehouse coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives within an international environment.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree or technical training in Engineering or related field.
• Exposure to manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Shop floor experience is advantageous.
• Interest in manufacturing systems and plant operations.
• Good communication in Portuguese and English.

Responsabilidades

• Support plant operations during ERP and MES implementation.
• Maintain production data and master data in MES/ERP.
• Coordinate with warehouse operations for stock management.
• Assist with shop floor processes and routine production tasks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and process standards.
• Prepare and maintain production records and documentation.

Conhecimentos

Portuguese

English

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Ferramentas

ERP systems

MES systems

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Junior Plant Engineer - Portugal

Global Enterprise Partners is supporting a leading international manufacturing organization in the search for a Junior Engineer (Plant) to support critical plant operations and the ongoing implementation of enterprise systems within the production environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior engineering professional looking to develop hands‑on experience across production, manufacturing systems, warehouse coordination, and operational excellence. The successful candidate will work closely with plant, warehouse, and maintenance teams to support daily operations while contributing to the successful deployment of new digital processes and systems.

Role Overview

As the Junior Engineer (Plant), you will play a key role in supporting plant activities during a major ERP and MES transformation initiative. You will be responsible for maintaining production-related master data, supporting production planning activities, coordinating with warehouse operations, and assisting with daily shop floor processes.

Working within a dynamic manufacturing environment, you will gain exposure to production operations, inventory management, maintenance systems, process optimization, and digital transformation projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to build a strong foundation in manufacturing engineering while working directly with operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support plant operations during ERP and MES implementation activities.
• Maintain production formula data within the MES environment in compliance with approved workflows.
• Maintain product label information and ensure adherence to established approval processes.
• Manage product pre‑requirement data within the ERP system and execute approved updates when required.
• Analyze production plans and support operational adjustments to ensure manufacturing feasibility.
• Collaborate closely with warehouse teams to support inventory and stock management activities.
• Assist in the implementation of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Collect, organize, and maintain shop floor production records and operational documentation.
• Execute daily ERP and MES operational activities required at plant level.
• Support routine shop floor operations, including pre‑weighing, manual additions, bagging, and other production activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with company procedures and operational standards.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or technical training in Engineering or a related discipline.
• Exposure to manufacturing, production, or industrial environments is preferred.
• Previous shop floor experience would be considered a strong advantage.
• Interest in manufacturing systems, production planning, and plant operations.
• Understanding of ERP, MES, or industrial digitalization initiatives is beneficial.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Well‑organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Team-oriented mindset with strong collaboration skills.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Fluent Portuguese and English communication skills.

Assignment Details

Function Title: Junior Engineer (Plant)

Location: Near Coimbra, Portugal

Department: Plant Operations

Work Model: On-site

Contract Type: Freelancer

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Project-Based / Long-Term Opportunity

This opportunity is ideal for an ambitious engineering graduate or junior professional eager to gain hands‑on experience in plant operations, production processes, and manufacturing systems while contributing to a major digital transformation initiative within an international industrial organization.