Novartis · 3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, CGT ITOT/Automation
Durham, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$108K/yr - $202K/yr
9+ years expNovartis is a leading pharmaceutical company, and they are seeking a Senior Manager, CGT ITOT/Automation to lead a team of automation engineers. This role involves overseeing the design, installation, and maintenance of automation systems for Aseptic Drug Product equipment and facilities.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalPrecision Medicine
Responsibilities
Leads automation processes for the design, installation, maintenance and support of process equipment and automation systems
Continuously improves and seeks innovation related to site automation systems
Executes automation strategy and proper system management per global Novartis standards
Owns computerized systems for process related equipment
Manages engineers supporting 24/7 operations providing clear, consistent leadership, management and mentoring
Develops, monitors and improves KPI’s for system reliability
Change management and CAPA ownership to drive continuous improvement for automation systems
Leads SME’s for deviation investigations involving automation systems
Leads SME’s for automation systems in regulatory audits
Ensures training curriculum is optimized and ensures cross training of individuals across the team
Supports creation of standard lifecycle documentation, e.g., User Requirements (URS), Functional Specification (FS) and Detail Design Specifications (DDS), etc
Works closely with operations and manufacturing sciences to evaluate new product introductions and impact to automation systems
Supports the development of site facility and equipment master plans, network business processes associated with automation systems, and GTx Engineering initiatives or programs
Other related job duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or other relevant degree with 9 years of experience across multiple ITOT/Automation platforms, e.g., DCS, PLC, SCADA, MES, Historian, as well as experience with process equipment in the drug substance and drug product areas
Industry expertise in the design, reliable operation, modification, maintenance, and retirement of computerized systems
Demonstrated ability to work and collaborate on cross functional teams (QE, QA, validation, operations) in a fast paced, dynamic team setting
Strong interpersonal and excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential
Knowledgeable of health, safety and environmental regulations, and FDA (and similar) cGMPs
Planning, problem analysis, and decision-making skills
Proficient computer skill utilizing MS Office suite applications, Building Management Systems, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership in areas of responsibility
Benefits
Health, life and disability benefits
A 401(k) with company contribution and match
A variety of other benefits
A generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves
Company
Novartis
Novartis is a pharmaceutical company that researches and develops medicines for serious diseases to improve and extend people's lives.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.49BKey Investors
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
2024-06-19Post Ipo Debt· $2.49B
2018-02-14Grant· $6.5M
2000-05-19IPO
Leadership Team
Daniel Grant
Vice President & Global Program Head
John von Brachel
VP, Head of Content Lab
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