ph3Job Summary /h3 /brpAre you ready to transform the IFF Taste OT landscape into a more reliable, cost‑effective, connected and AI‑ready ecosystem? As Automation Process Control lead you will own and drive the standardization, architecture, and lifecycle management of the general process control and OT infrastructure landscape (ISA‑95 Levels 1–2) across manufacturing sites. You will ensure scalable and reliable control and infrastructure solutions, while supporting sites to deploy and sustain these standards—improving reliability, reducing complexity, and minimizing vendor dependency. The role is based in Spain, Turkey or Slovenia. Be part of an innovative, collaborative, and impact‑driven team where together we can make a difference and drive best‑in‑class operations across all Taste sites. /p /br /brh3Where You’ll Make a Difference /h3 /brpbGlobal OT Process Control Standards /b /p /brul /brliDefine and govern vendor‑agnostic global standards and reference architectures/best practices across level 1‑2 Industrial Control Systems (PLC/HMI/SCADA/DCS) /li /brliEstablish and maintain standard URS/FRS frameworks for process control and OT systems to support consistent design, vendor engagement, and lifecycle management across sites /li /brliDrive harmonization standardization of Industrial Control Systems across Taste with your expertise and knowledge /li /brliReduce reliance on proprietary vendor ecosystems and build a knowledge base including: ul /br liApproved vendors and technologies /li /br liStandard configurations and architectures /li /br liReusable design patterns /li /br /ul /br /li /brliEnsure compliance with industrial standards and laws (e.g., ISA‑95, ISA‑99 / IEC 62443 / NIS2)
/li /br /ul /brpbGlobal Deployment Site Enablement /b /p /brul /brliAct as technical authority for process control and OT infrastructure across all sites /li /brliIdentify and prioritize control system and infrastructure modernization opportunities /li /brliSupport sites in implementing global standards during ul /br liControl system upgrades (PLC/DCS migrations) /li /br liSCADA/historian deployments /li /br liInfrastructure modernization (networks, servers) /li /br /ul /br /li /brliSupport commissioning, testing (FAT/SAT), and validation of OT systems /li /brliCapture lessons learned from sites and continuously refine global standards /li /brliProvide remote support for: ul /br liComplex control system troubleshooting /li /br liControl architecture design decisions /li /br liStability and reliability issues at L1–L2 /li /br /ul /br /li /brliDrive consistent execution across sites through close collaboration with engineering and operations teams /li /br /ul /brpbKey Success Metrics /b /p /brul /brliAdoption rate of global control and OT infrastructure standards /li /brliReduction in site‑vendor dependency /li /brliImproved reliability and uptime of process control systems /li /brliReduced variability in control architectures across sites /li /brliLower lifecycle cost and complexity of OT systems /li /br /ul /br /brh3What Makes You The Right Fit /h3 /brul /brliDegree in Automation Engineering, Process Control, or related field /li /brli8+ years in batch process industries (biotech, food ingredients, specialty chemicals, pharma) /li /brliStrong hands‑on experience with: ul /br liPLC / DCS systems /li /br liSCADA / HMI platforms /li /br liIndustrial networks and OT infrastructure /li /br /ul /br /li /brliExperience driving/supporting global deployments /li /brliExcellent analytical, documentation,
and communication skills /li /brliAbility to lead cross‑functional initiatives and drive compliance /li /brliSolid understanding of industrial communication protocols commonly used in process control and OT environments (e.g., PROFINET, PROFIBUS, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, OPC). /li /brliFull professional proficiency in English /li /br /ul /br /brh3How You Would Stand Out /h3 /brpProven track record in any of the below areas: /p /brul /brliStrategic capability – Designed and deployed global OT standards /li /brliArchitecture thinking – Strong grasp of ISA‑95 L1–L2 system architecture /li /brliExecution at scale – Proven multi‑site rollout success /li /brliVendor independence mindset – Reduced dependency / unified platforms /li /br /ul /br /brh3A Balanced Profile /h3 /brphands‑on + strategic + leadership /p /br /brh3Why Choose Us /h3 /brul /brliBecome a part of a global leader driving innovation in Taste /li /brliWork on cutting‑edge automation and digitalization projects /li /brliCollaborate with diverse, talented teams across multiple disciplines /li /brliShape our OT team with your expert knowledge and vision /li /brliOpportunities for continuous learning and professional growth /li /brliMake a tangible impact on safety, quality and operational excellence /li /brliJoin a culture that values creativity, integrity, and collaboration /li /br /ul /br /brh3Equal Opportunity Statement /h3 /brpWe 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 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. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
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