Interim Packaging Manager (Spanish-Speaking) – 2-Month Contract
Location: Salas, Spain
Rate: Up to €100 per hour
Duration: Up to 2 months (immediate start preferred)
We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Packaging Manager to support a factory start-up phase in Salas, Spain. This is a short-term contract role requiring strong operational expertise and the ability to guide and support on-site teams during a critical ramp-up period.
Key Responsibilities:
~ Provide hands-on leadership and technical support across packaging operations
~ Guide and support the local supervisor and team in running packaging lines efficiently
~ Oversee and optimise the operation of:
~4 case packers
~7 flow packers
~1 cup filler
~2 palletisers
~ Ensure smooth coordination of staff and machinery during the start-up phase
~ Troubleshoot operational issues and implement practical solutions quickly
~ Support process organisation, workflow efficiency, and team capability building
Requirements:
Proven experience in packaging operations within a manufacturing or FMCG environment
Strong hands-on knowledge of packaging machinery and line management
Experience working in start-up or scale-up factory environments is highly desirable
Ability to lead, coach, and support supervisors and operational teams
Basic Spanish language skills required
Must be available on-site in Salas, Spain for the duration of the contract
What We Offer:
Competitive rate
Opportunity to play a key role in a factory start-up environment
Dynamic, fast-paced project with immediate impact