Manufacturing Engineering - Manager

We are looking for a talented Manufacturing Engineering – Manager to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Operation Management Department in Guadalajara, Spain. 

This role requires a 10% of domestic and international travel frequency. 

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Lead Through Uncertainty and Change: Thrive in a dynamic environment by navigating ambiguity, adapting quickly, and guiding your team through evolving challenges.
• Build Strong Cross-Functional Relationships: Collaborate effectively with stakeholders, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure seamless integration and alignment.
• Establish and Apply Sound Judgment: Develop and apply your own criteria to make strategic decisions in complex and fast-moving situations.
• Coach and Empower Your Team: Mentor and motivate direct and indirect reports, fostering a culture of growth, accountability, and high performance.
• Drive Operational Excellence: Oversee budgeting, resource planning, and project execution to deliver on departmental goals and continuous improvement.
• Bring Deep Industry Expertise: Leverage significant experience in manufacturing environments to provide technical leadership and shape strategic decisions.
• Communicate with Impact: Use fluent English (C1+) to lead clear, effective communication across global teams and stakeholders.
• Champion Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Identify and lead initiatives that enhance processes, equipment integration, and organizational effectiveness.

To be successful in this role you will need the following: 

• Adaptability and Resilience: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment by managing uncertainty, complexity, and shifting priorities with confidence.
• Collaborative Mindset and Independent Judgment: Strong networking and teamwork skills, paired with the capacity to develop and apply sound personal judgment in decision-making.
• Leadership and People Development: Self-driven approach to coaching and mentoring team members, fostering growth, engagement, and high performance across all levels.
• Significant Industry Experience and Communication Skills: Proven background in manufacturing or engineering environments, with fluent English (C1 level) to lead effective communication and stakeholder engagement.

Education/ Experience:

• College, university, or degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related field, or equivalent experience required.
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
• Significant level of relevant work experience, including supervisory and leadership experience, required.