Ingeniero/a industrial

Industrial Engineer Location PLAZA – Zaragoza, Spain Reports To Operations Manager Position Summary The Industrial Engineer will be responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, improving productivity, reducing waste, and supporting efficient plant operations within a fast-growing automotive manufacturing environment. This role focuses on process optimization, line balancing, capacity planning, continuous improvement, and the implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles. The Industrial Engineer will work closely with Production, Quality, Logistics, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to support plant ramp-up, stable serial production, and operational excellence. Main Responsibilities Analyse and optimize manufacturing processes, including Injection Moulding, Ultrasonic Welding, Lamination, Edge Folding, Assembly, and related operations Improve production processes through cycle time analysis, labour efficiency improvements, workstation layout optimization, and manufacturing cost control Conduct industrial engineering studies to eliminate waste, streamline workflows, improve line efficiency, and support production stability and capacity expansion Develop and implement line balancing and manpower planning strategies Conduct time studies and establish standard operation times Support production ramp-up and capacity planning activities Identify productivity improvement opportunities and cost reduction initiatives Implement Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies such as 5S and Kaizen Monitor KPIs related to efficiency, scrap rates, labour productivity, and OEE Prepare process documentation, work instructions, and production standards Optimize equipment utilization and production flow Participate in new production line setup and industrialization projects Collaborate with the Quality Department on process capability improvement and defect reduction initiatives Support ergonomics and workplace optimization activities Coordinate with Maintenance and Engineering teams to implement process improvements Prepare reports, analyses, and presentations Support training activities related to production processes and operational standards Ensure compliance with automotive industry standards and safety requirements Support new project capacity planning, output calculations, and quotation activities Establish standard times and support SAP/MES system implementation and continuous on-site improvement activities Requirements Education Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field Experience Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in Industrial Engineering within a manufacturing environment; strong recent graduates may also be considered Automotive industry experience is highly preferred Experience in greenfield or start-up projects is an advantage Experience with production line setup and optimization is preferred Technical Skills Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies (5S, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, etc.) Experience with time studies and MTM analysis Knowledge of production planning and capacity calculations Understanding of manufacturing KPIs and OEE analysis Advanced MS Excel and data analysis skills Experience with ERP systems; SAP knowledge is an advantage Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and process documentation Language Skills Strong English communication skills required Chinese language skills are considered an advantage Personal Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Structured and logical thinking Hands-on, proactive, and results-oriented attitude Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced international environment Strong organizational and project coordination skills Continuous improvement mindset