Engineering and Maintenance Manager
At a glance
Highlights
- International market leader
- High-performing team growth
- Meaningful investment and transformation
- Wellbeing programs and employee resource groups
Why this role might suit you
The role provides leadership of a high-performing team, involvement in strategic capital projects, and the opportunity to shape operational excellence at a global industry leader, offering exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and international collaboration.
Skills
About the role
As Engineering & Maintenance Manager, you will lead the safe and efficient operation of our Monterrey chemical blending site while accelerating performance and capability growth. You will oversee day-to-day operations and critical capital investment projects, championing continuous improvement and driving measurable gains in reliability, productivity, and cost efficiency.
Partnering closely with key stakeholders, you will build, coach, and develop a high-performing team of nine colleagues—strengthening technical expertise, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and developing future leaders—ultimately delivering sustained operational excellence and long-term site growth.
Join the team and let's do great things together!
Tasks
What will You Do?
Lead and oversee the Engineering & Maintenance function for the site
Manage and develop a team of 9 colleagues (engineering, facilities, and technicians)
Drive a preventive maintenance culture to ensure equipment reliability
Lead continuous improvement initiatives related to Maintenance and Facilities
Manage external vendors, including site security and service providers
Participate in investment planning and CapEx strategy
Lead capital projects end-to-end (budget, timeline, execution)
Monitor and optimize departmental costs and KPI’s
Champion a strong safety culture and safe working environment
Requirements
What Are We Looking For?
Education: Degree in chemical, mechanical, electrical, industrial engineering, or related field
Experience: At least 3 years of experience in a similar role leading a team and ideally in the manufacturing sector within a multinational company.
Proven experience leading capital projects and equipment installation
Vendors & contractors management
Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance
KPI’s management
Continuous improvement methodologies
Project management
Soft skills:
Safety-first mindset. Safety is at the core of our values.
Strong leadership and service orientation
Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels
Collaborative, hands-on, and results-driven approach
Languages: Fluent in English
Location: Parque Industrial Mitras, calle Beta 8023, C.P. 66023, García. Nuevo León
Benefits
What do We Offer?
Competitive salary package and bonus opportunities
Paid bank and public holidays
Subsidized company cafeteria
Paid volunteering days through our Global Giving initiative
Continuous learning via QH University
Wellbeing programs and employee resource groups
Join an international and dynamic market leading team
Lead and shape site performance
Drive meaningful investment and transformation
Build and grow a high-performing team
Join a global industry leader
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