Plant Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Dec 30, 2025. ABL scores A on the Alion truth index.
Present in 96 countries, we are dedicated to changing the way the world uses energy through advanced electric vehicle charging and energy management systems. We have the headquarters in Barcelona and manufacturing facilities in Spain (Barcelona), and the US (Arlington, Texas). We are rapidly becoming a leading company in the market.
In 2021, we were listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE WBX), allowing us to garner acclaim and win prestigious design awards (the IF Design, Good Design, and RedDot Awards).
In 2022, we acquired ARES (an assembly electronics company) and COIL (Installers of turnkey EV charging solutions). One year later, in 2023, we acquired ABL, the leading German EV charger manufacturer, which has allowed us to have a stronger presence in Europe.
The Plant Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing Wallbox’s manufacturing plant operations, ensuring operational excellence, quality, safety, and cost efficiency.
This role plays a key part in scaling production, improving industrial performance, and supporting Wallbox’s global growth strategy while maintaining high standards of quality and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Plant Operations & Performance
- Lead all plant operations including production, maintenance, logistics, and facilities.
- Ensure production targets (volume, quality, cost, delivery) are met consistently.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma).
- Monitor and improve key KPIs: OEE, scrap rate, productivity, safety, and delivery performance.
2. People Leadership & Organization
- Lead, develop, and motivate plant leadership teams and operators.
- Build a strong performance and accountability culture on the shop floor.
- Ensure proper workforce planning, training, and talent development.
- Promote a safe, inclusive, and collaborative working environment.
3. Quality, Safety & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and internal procedures.
- Drive a zero-accident culture and continuous improvement in H&S.
- Work closely with Quality teams to ensure product and process excellence.
4. Cost Control & Efficiency
- Own the plant budget and cost structure.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety.
- Improve material flow, inventory management, and manufacturing efficiency.
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Engineering, R&D, Quality, and Corporate Operations.
- Support industrialization of new products and ramp-ups.
- Act as the main operational interface between the plant and global leadership.
6. Growth & Industrial Strategy
- Support capacity expansion and future plant scalability.
- Lead transformation projects related to automation, digitalization, and sustainability.
- Contribute to long-term manufacturing and footprint strategy.
Profile & Requirements
Experience
- 10+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial operations.
- Proven experience as Plant Director, Plant Manager, or similar senior role.
- Experience in fast-growing, industrial, electronics, automotive, or EV-related environments is a strong plus.
Technical & Operational Skills
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and industrial KPIs.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Solid background in cost control, production planning, and quality systems.
Leadership & Soft Skills
- Strong people leader with a hands-on and pragmatic approach.
- Ability to lead teams through change and growth.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
- Results-driven, structured, and resilient.
Languages
- Fluent in English.
- Spanish is a strong plus.
Why Join Wallbox?
If you’re passionate about the future of EVs, excited by new business development, and eager to be part of a thriving company at the forefront of the green energy revolution, we want to hear from you!
Benefits:
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid work schedule and half Fridays
- First-class private health insurance
- Flexible compensation tickets valid for transportation, childcare, and restaurant/food delivery apps
- Variety of breakfast and lunch dishes, every day, at a discounted price at our canteen
Please submit your resume in English
*At Wallbox, we are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We aim to cultivate a more equitable workplace.