Job Summary
Are 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 global
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.
Where You'll Make a Difference
Global OT & Process Control Standards
Define and govern vendor-agnostic global standards and reference architectures/best practices across level 1-2 Industrial Control Systems (PLC/HMI/SCADA/DCS)
Establish and maintain standard URS/FRS frameworks for process control and OT systems to support consistent design, vendor engagement, and lifecycle management across sites
Drive harmonization & standardization of Industrial Control Systems across Taste with your expertise and knowledge
Reduce reliance on proprietary vendor ecosystems and built a knowledge base including:
Approved vendors and technologies
Standard configurations and architectures
Reusable design patterns
Ensure compliance with industrial standards and laws (e.g., ISA?95, ISA?99 / IEC * / NIS2)




Global Deployment & Site Enablement
Act as technical authority for process control and OT infrastructure across all sites
Identify and prioritize control system and infrastructure modernization opportunities
Support sites in implementing global standards during
Control system upgrades (PLC/DCS migrations)
SCADA/historian deployments
Infrastructure modernization (networks, servers)
Support commissioning, testing (FAT/SAT), and validation of OT systems
Capture lessons learned from sites and continuously refine global standardsProvide remote support for:
Complex control system troubleshooting
Control architecture design decisions
Stability and reliability issues at L1–L2
Capture lessons learned from sites and continuously refine global standards
Drive consistent execution across sites through close collaboration with engineering and operations teams
Key Success Metrics
Adoption rate of global control and OT infrastructure standards
Reduction in site-vendor dependency
Improved reliability and uptime of process control systems
Reduced variability in control architectures across sites
Lower lifecycle cost and complexity of OT systems




What Makes You the Right Fit
Degree in Automation Engineering, Process Control, or related field
8+ years in batch process industries (biotech, food ingredients, specialty chemicals, pharma)
Strong hands-on experience with:
PLC / DCS systems
SCADA / HMI platforms
Industrial networks and OT infrastructure
Experience driving/supporting
global deployments
Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills
Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive compliance
Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols commonly used in process control and OT environments (e.g. PROFINET, PROFIBUS, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, OPC).
Full professional proficiency in English
How Would You Stand Out?
Proven track record in any of the below areas:
Strategic capability --
Designed and deployed
global OT standards
Architecture thinking
-- Strong grasp of
ISA-95 L1–L2 system architecture
Execution at scale --
Proven
multi-site rollout success
Vendor independence mindset --
Reduced dependency / unified platforms
A balanced profile
-- hands-on + strategic + leadership
Why Choose Us?
Become a part of a integral leader driving innovation in Taste
Work on cutting-edge automation and digitalization projects
Collaborate with diverse, talented teams across multiple disciplines
Shape our OT team with your expert knowledge and vision
Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth
Make a tangible impa

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