Automation Strategy Manager
This is a senior management role accountable for developing and implementing a robust automation strategy across the site. The role brings together technology, process, and workplace solutions to contribute to overall operations.
The Automation environment on the site grows in accordance with the OT strategy. As 'owner' of the environment, you will ensure its growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Operational Technology Strategy & Roadmap: Develop and maintain the OT strategy and roadmap for the site. This includes Industry 4.0 and Smart Factory opportunities. Detailed standards support the OT strategy.
* OT Project Governance: Ensure all OT projects adhere to the site strategy. Third-party suppliers, system integrators, and service providers follow OT standards. Technical solution design, evaluation, delivery, commissioning, and validation are overseen.
* OT Lifecycle Management: Responsible for lifecycle management of infrastructure, applications, and services. Strategies for retaining, retiring, and replacing applications are developed and implemented. Maintenance, compliance, and availability of OT systems are ensured.
Requirements
* Bachelor's Degree (preferably in Engineering or Computer Science) is required.
* Leadership and people management skills are essential.
* At least 10 years of experience in a technology function within operations or manufacturing environments is required.
* Delivering and managing automated systems, with knowledge of GAMP software lifecycle, ANSI/ISA-S88, S95, PackML standards, and development methodologies for utility, process, and packing control systems is desirable.
* Experience with automation systems in cGMP regulated manufacturing environments, including FDA cGxP and 21 CFR Part 11 regulations, and software system validation is necessary.
* A strong ability to lead service providers remotely is required.
* Strong communication skills to simplify complex technical and business challenges are essential.
Note: Applicants must have an existing visa or permit for Ireland (Stamp 4 or EU passport).