About Birdman

Birdman develops plant‑based foods and supplements that are healthier, more sustainable, and cruelty‑free. We aim to provide high‑quality products backed by science and innovation.

Role

Head of Engineering & Continuous Improvement

Responsibilities Lead Process Engineering and Project Engineering teams. Drive productivity, efficiency and cost reduction initiatives across manufacturing. Implement Lean manufacturing methodologies, including Kaizen, SMED, TPM, 5 S, Standard Work and Value Stream Mapping. Improve OEE/OLE, reduce waste, changeover times and manufacturing costs. Develop operational KPIs and performance dashboards. Lead CAPEX projects from concept through commissioning. Develop manufacturing capacity plans to support business growth. Identify and implement automation opportunities. Evaluate equipment investments and infrastructure improvements. Manage project scope, budgets, timelines, risks and startup activities. Partner with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, R&D; and Finance. Prioritize engineering initiatives aligned with business strategy. Build a culture of execution, continuous improvement and operational excellence. Develop and coach engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery. Requirements 5+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Engineering, Continuous Improvement or Operations. Proven experience leading Lean manufacturing initiatives. Experience managing CAPEX, automation or productivity improvement projects. Strong project management and cross‑functional leadership experience. Experience in food, dietary supplements,



pharmaceutical or consumer goods manufacturing is highly desirable. Technical Knowledge Lean manufacturing (Kaizen, SMED, TPM, 5 S, VSM). OEE/OLE, yield, scrap, capacity planning, root cause analysis. Manufacturing automation and process optimization. CAPEX planning and ROI analysis. ERP systems, Power BI or manufacturing analytics tools. Lean Six Sigma and/or PMP certification is a plus. Education Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Chemical Engineering or related field. Languages Advanced English. What We’re Looking For Strategic thinking with strong execution capabilities. Data‑driven decision making. Leadership and people development. Excellent communication and stakeholder management. High ownership and continuous improvement mindset. Passion for building scalable manufacturing systems. Experience in high‑growth manufacturing environments. Experience leading plant expansion or automation projects. Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or PMP Certification. Experience supporting rapid manufacturing scale‑up. Why Birdman?

Join one of Latin America’s fastest‑growing plant‑based food and supplement companies. Be part of a high‑growth environment where you’ll have real ownership and impact. Work alongside passionate teams committed to science, sustainability and operational excellence. Grow your career while helping shape the future of nutrition.

Location

Parque San José del Astillero 2, Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico. Map: W3z Y6ieis7 Jvq9 M7

Work Mode & Schedule

On‑site. Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Head of engineering & continuous improvement (Jalisco)
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📍 Jalisco