Automation Manager - Manufacturing Technology Leads the Focus Factory's automation team, overseeing networked data collection, monitoring, automated equipment, controls, SCADA, and computerized GMP systems. Responsible for the design, deployment, integration, qualification, maintenance, and compliance of automation systems while minimizing downtime. Manages projects, documentation, risk assessments, change controls, troubleshooting, hypercare, and ongoing system support. Leads resources, manages contractors, promotes innovation and continuous improvement, collaborates with the site Center of Excellence, and develops talent and a diverse automation workforce.

Role Requirements:

Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with at least 4 years of experience; OR a master's degree with at least 2 years of experience; OR a PhD with 0+ years of experience; OR as associate's degree with 8 years of experience; OR a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 10 years of relevant experience. Knowledge of working with computers and associated applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Broad experience in a pharmaceutical environment with a hands-on understanding of control and data acquisition systems, IT infrastructures, automated calibration and maintenance management systems Experience in designing and implementing PLC, SCADA, OPC, Data Management or networked automated systems and electronic batch records.

Preferred:

Prior experience in a high regulated pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing environment. Demonstrated experience in project management to timelines and budgets. Experience in troubleshooting issues to root cause and recommending and implementing effective corrective actions. Ensure that proven practices are defined and understood by team members who have the responsibility to implement automation systems Display excellent interpersonal effectiveness and communication skills (written and oral). Manage capital projects from conceptual phases through equipment installations, cGMP compliance, commissioning, validation and continuous improvement.