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The materials that shape everyday life, from the cities we build to the healthcare we rely on, start with people like you.

At Orbia’s Polymer Solutions (Vestolit) business, we develop essential PVC solutions that enable progress in ways both visible and behind the scenes. As a global leader serving more than 80 countries, our work supports industries and infrastructure that people depend on every day. Count on a collaborative, purpose-driven environment where your work connects to something bigger. There’s a reason “people” comes first in our triple bottom line of people, planet, and profit, we foster a culture where individuals are valued and where you can contribute authentically as part of a global team.

Here, what we create matters, because everything we do is connected to advancing life around the world.

Process Control Manager

📍 Location: Altamira

✈️ International travel required

Are you passionate about leveraging automation, digital transformation, and advanced process control to drive operational excellence in a global manufacturing environment?

We are seeking a highly skilled Process Control Manager to lead process optimization and control system initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites. This role will be responsible for developing and executing strategies that improve plant performance, reliability, safety, and efficiency through the application of advanced process control, automation technologies, data analytics, and Industry 4.0 solutions.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with strategic leadership capabilities and has a proven track record of delivering measurable business results within chemical, petrochemical, or other continuous manufacturing industries.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute the global Process Control strategy aligned with business and operational objectives.
Lead initiatives focused on process optimization, operational excellence, and digital transformation across manufacturing facilities.
Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, process stability, asset reliability, product quality, and energy utilization.
Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of Advanced Process Control (APC), automation systems, and digital technologies.
Collaborate closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and Technology teams to deliver sustainable process improvements.
Analyze operational and production data to identify trends, diagnose performance gaps, and develop data-driven solutions.
Support reliability and asset integrity programs through automation and process control improvements.
Manage and prioritize process control projects from concept through implementation, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Provide technical leadership, coaching, and mentoring to multidisciplinary teams across multiple locations.
Promote best practices in process control, automation, cybersecurity, and operational excellence throughout the organization.
Evaluate emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and advanced analytics, to drive innovation and enhance plant performance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
Minimum of 8+ years of experience in process control, automation, process optimization, or operational excellence within chemical, petrochemical, mining, manufacturing, or other continuous process industries.
Strong expertise in Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and SCADA systems.
Experience with major automation platforms such as Emerson, ABB, Honeywell, Siemens, Yokogawa, or similar.
Demonstrated experience leading digital transformation, operational excellence, or process improvement initiatives.
Experience utilizing process data analytics to improve plant performance and business outcomes.
Knowledge of Advanced Process Control (APC), Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Industry 4.0, Machine Learning, or Artificial Intelligence applications in manufacturing environments is highly desirable.
Strong project management and stakeholder management skills.
Fluent English and Spanish communication skills, both written and verbal, are required.
Availability for frequent international travel.
Valid passport and ability to travel globally.

Desired Competencies

Strategic thinking and business acumen.
Strong leadership and influencing skills.
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong communication and collaboration skills in multicultural environments.
Results-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
Ability to lead complex projects and drive change across global operations.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, you will be a key driver of operational excellence by transforming process data into actionable insights, implementing innovative automation solutions, and leading initiatives that improve safety, reliability, productivity, and profitability across our global manufacturing network.

If you are ready to make a significant impact through technology, innovation, and process optimization, we would love to hear from you.

Why Join Orbia?

This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of manufacturing and digital transformation within a global organization. You will work alongside leaders and technical experts to deploy innovative technologies, modernize operations, and create measurable impact across multiple manufacturing facilities.

If you are passionate about automation, process optimization, and leveraging technology to drive business performance, we invite you to join us and help build the next generation of smart manufacturing.

Orbia’s Polymer Solutions (Vestolit) business is a global leader in the development and manufacture of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) specialties, backed by over 75 years of expertise and a strong industrial footprint in Europe and the Americas. Our materials are used across a wide range of industries, including construction, automotive, healthcare, and consumer applications,designed to meet high standards of quality, consistency, and reliability.

Committed to sustainable development, we continue to advance solutions produced with non-fossil-based resources while supporting the transition toward a circular economy. With a global network of production and innovation capabilities, we partner with customers around the world to meet evolving needs

Apply today and become part of Orbia's journey toward safer, smarter, and more connected operations.

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