Process Engineer

IFF; Tlalnepantla; Presencial; MXN 700.000 - 1.100.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

IFF seeks a proactive engineer to drive manufacturing excellence in a flavors plant in Mexico. You will lead process improvements, optimize workflows, and coordinate CAPEX projects with cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, 3+ years in process/manufacturing, and advanced English communication. Lean/Six Sigma certification and cost-reduction experience are highly valued.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in process/equipment engineering or operational excellence.
• Experience leading process optimization and capital projects.
• Advanced English communication skills, written and spoken.
• Green Belt, Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or equivalent certification required.

Responsabilidades

• Lead process improvement initiatives focusing on productivity and efficiency.
• Develop engineering solutions to optimize plant processes and resource use.
• Manage CAPEX projects from planning through execution.
• Analyze data, identify opportunities, and present measurable recommendations.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams.
• Benchmark practices and drive digital manufacturing improvements.

Conocimientos

English proficiency

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Project leadership

Educación

B.S. Chemical Engineering

Herramientas

LEAN/SIX SIGMA

CAPEX management

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

Are you ready to drive manufacturing excellence through process optimization, continuous improvement, and engineering innovation within a dynamic flavors manufacturing environment?

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Taste:

Crafting unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands, shape trends in flavor building and fuel market success.

The role is based in Tlalnepantla, Mexico (on-site role). Be part of an innovative, results-oriented, and collaborative team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You'll Make a Difference

• Lead process improvement initiatives focused on productivity, efficiency, capacity utilization, and operational performance
• Develop engineering solutions that optimize manufacturing processes, workflows, and resource utilization across the plant
• Manage projects aimed at improving plant performance through time and motion studies, process optimization, and operational excellence initiatives
• Analyze process data, identify improvement opportunities, and present recommendations supported by measurable results
• Coordinate and support Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) projects from planning through execution and implementation
• Collaborate closely with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery
• Conduct benchmarking activities and evaluate best practices, technologies, and engineering tools to support continuous improvement
• Support the development, qualification, and performance monitoring of external manufacturing partners and tolling operations
• Monitor project progress, communicate results to stakeholders, and ensure timely execution of improvement initiatives

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Food Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing engineering, continuous improvement, or operational excellence roles
• Experience leading process optimization, productivity improvement, or manufacturing improvement projects
• Advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience managing CAPEX projects and coordinating cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret operational data and develop actionable recommendations
• Experience working in food, flavors, ingredients, chemical, or related manufacturing industries
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma, DMAIC, or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Green Belt, Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Operational Excellence, or equivalent continuous improvement certification is required

How Would You Stand Out?

• Experience supporting contract manufacturers, tolling operations, or third-party production processes
• Proven track record delivering productivity, efficiency, or cost-reduction projects
• Experience implementing best practices, benchmarking initiatives, or digital manufacturing improvements

Why Choose Us?

• Opportunity to drive impactful engineering and operational improvement initiatives
• Exposure to strategic manufacturing and CAPEX projects within a global organization
• Collaborative environment with cross-functional interaction across Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams
• Professional development opportunities within a multinational company
• Participation in continuous improvement and operational excellence programs
• Opportunity to contribute to products enjoyed by consumers around the world

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more