Executive Search · Mexico–U.S. Border

Executive Search for Manufacturing Leaders

Connecting leaders. Building tomorrow.

Optima is a trusted executive search firm based on the Mexico–U.S. border, delivering tailored talent acquisition for the North American manufacturing market — from the shop floor to the boardroom.

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17+Years in Manufacturing Search

10Sectors Covered

11Functional Areas

2Countries, One Team

The Problem

Manufacturing leadership doesn’t wait.

Every open seat on your leadership team is a risk. Optima was built around the challenges we hear most from HR and operations leaders on both sides of the border.

01Fill critical leadership roles quickly, without settling.
02Identify bilingual talent in Mexico who can operate on both sides of the border.
03Execute confidential hires without disrupting your organization.
04Scale operations as your Mexico footprint grows.
05Align Mexico–U.S. leadership around one strategy.

Precision manufacturing work in progress

Optima recruiters in a candidate interview

Who We Are

An embedded Mexico hiring team — not a vendor.

At Optima, we are a trusted executive search firm based on the Mexico–U.S. border, providing innovative, tailored talent acquisition solutions built for the North American manufacturing market. For 17+ years we’ve placed manufacturing leaders in Mexico, with dedicated recruiters — not generalists — running every search.

17+ years placing manufacturing leaders in Mexico
Dedicated recruiters, not generalists, on every search
Candidates screened for culture fit, not just skills

Our Method

Our tailored approach — proven methods for evaluating and selecting executives and professionals — helps organizations reduce the risk of hiring. We bring specific market intelligence for each industry, matching the right professionals with the right experience and track record for every geography we serve.

What We Stand For

Our Core Values

01
Customer & Client Satisfaction
Every search is measured by the leader who ends up on your team.
02
Honesty & Strong Ethics
Straight answers about the market, the candidate, and the timeline.
03
Commitment & Dedication
We stay on a search until it’s filled — not until it’s convenient.
04
Teamwork & Business Partnership
We work as an extension of your HR and operations team.
05
Continuous Innovation & Development
Our methods evolve with the manufacturing talent market.

Our relationship doesn’t end when we place a candidate. We build trusted, long‑lasting partnerships — one great candidate at a time.

What We Do

Board to shop floor: executive through specialized search.

We recruit across 11 functional areas and 10 manufacturing sectors — wherever your next leader needs to sit.

10 Sectors

Automotive Aerospace Medical Devices Military & Defense High Tech / Electronics Electrical Consumer Products Plastics & Rubber Heavy Machinery Metal Manufacturing

11 Functional Areas

Plant Operations Engineering & Maintenance Production Supply Chain Distribution & Logistics Trade Compliance Quality EH&S Lean & Operational Excellence Human Resources Finance

Why Partner With Us

Speed, fit, and a guarantee behind every search.

Speed

Our deep manufacturing network cuts time-to-hire.

Fit

Bilingual, bicultural consultants ensure strategic and culture fit.

Guarantee

Every placement is backed by our performance guarantee.

Some Of Our Clients

Trusted by manufacturers on both sides of the border.

Open Roles

Positions we’re actively filling.

A snapshot of current searches across our manufacturing network. Click a role to view the full posting and apply on our careers portal.

Controller Manufacturing · Silao, Guanajuato
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Plant Director (Automotive) Manufacturing · Several Locations, United States
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HR Operations & Payroll Coordinator Manufacturing · Cuautitlan, Estado de Mexico
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Employee Relations & Engagement Coordinator Manufacturing · Cuautitlan, Estado de Mexico
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Production Manager Manufacturing · Tijuana, Baja California
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Sr Continuous Improvement Manager, Supply Chain Manufacturing · Remote
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Manufacturing Engineering Manager Manufacturing · Memphis, TN
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Plant Manager Manufacturing · Redmond, OR
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Talent Acquisition & Development Coordinator Manufacturing · Cuautitlan, Estado de Mexico
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Continuous Improvement Manager Manufacturing · Redmond, Oregon
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Production Manager Manufacturing · Longview, TX
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Value Stream Manager Manufacturing · Longview, TX
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Controller Manufacturing · Tultitlan, Edo. Mex.
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We Stand By Your Side

You need a partner throughout the recruiting life cycle — one who understands your challenges and cares about your organization’s success. Every project gets a dedicated search practice manager and research support team, building the winning talent strategy and managing the full search process. We are always there when needed.

Let’s talk about your next hire.

Carlos Jacquez

Founder | Executive Search Consultant

Mobile +52 (664) 123-5375 Office +52 (664) 609-1952 Email carlos@optima-os.com Location Tijuana, B.C., Mexico

Ready to fill the role?

Tell us about the seat you need filled — role, location, and timeline — and we’ll follow up with next steps.

Email Carlos Call +52 (664) 123-5375