Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Head of Production (Adhesives)
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About this position
What you´ll do
- Lead and manage three production departments, ensuring full achievement of cost, quality, safety and sustainability targets.
- Implement and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the assigned production areas, applying Lean principles and best operational practices.
- Ensure strict compliance with all safety, environmental and quality standards, promoting a strong safety culture within the teams.
- Coordinate and co lead projects within the scope of the production areas, from planning to execution and follow up.
- Manages all operations at factory level to ensure efficient production and high quality products
- Delivers against plant performance KPIs, budget and projects
- Sets up and executes development plans for plant personnel
- Ensures operations processes and solutions are implemented according to global procedures and local regulations
- Work physically on site in Montornès, maintaining direct presence on the shop floor and close interaction with the production teams.
What makes you a good fit
- Industrial, Chemical, or similar Engineering degree.
- Fluent English and Spanish, both written and spoken is a must.
- Minimum 4 years of production experience leading teams in an industrial environment mainly in automotive/chemical sector is a must
- Strong chemical process knowledge.
- Experience working in automated environments and solid understanding of Lean methodologies.
- Excellent problem solving abilities and strong organizational skills.
- Knowledge of industrial safety standards, including workplace and process safety.
- Understanding of sustainability principles applied to industrial operations.
- Proven leadership skills, with a focus on team motivation, coaching, and team building practices.
- Experience managing improvement or technical projects within production areas.
- Willingness to travel across Europe (occasionally, e.g., 1x/month for couple of days)
- 100% presence in a Production plant in Montornès del Vallès, direct availability in Spain
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- Onsite canteen
- Health insurance paid the employee with a tax exemption
- Well-being programme
- Discounts on company products
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 26094046
Job Locations: Spain, Catalonia, Montornes del Valles
Contact information for application-related questions: recruitment.iberia@henkel.com
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I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English. Should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company, you will be working with colleagues from all over the world, and English is our official company language. Generally, our recommendation is to please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact, it is our expectation that Henkel employees will want to grow and explore different career paths during their time with us. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and in two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
If I have questions regarding my application, who do I contact?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.