Your new company
Our client is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology. The company focusses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people’s lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, they have grown to be one of the world’s leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential.
Your new role
You will be responsible for the manufacturing systems and automation aspects related to the support of existing and implementation of new or upgraded equipment to ensure equipment reliability and organisation readiness and sustainability. Your focus will be on the packaging and labelling systems.
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven, highly experienced, and talented individual to join a dynamic organisation passionately committed to supporting the companies values and goals.
Key responsibilities:
• Manage the delivery of the IS Manufacturing Systems and Automation aspects according to planned maintenance and project timelines
• Author and/or review design documents such as requirements specifications and line design specifications
• Ensure equipment is implemented and performing on the manufacturing network, taking network security settings (incl. domain settings and firewalls) into account.
• Ensure equipment is secured with company standards of security software.
• Deliver progress reporting to Project Management
• Implement automation standards for hardware and software
• Install mandatory monitoring tools
• Participate in Data Integrity Assessments
• Conduct Automation Preventive Maintenance activities and participate in assessments
• Advise on Automation spare parts to create Asset Spareparts Parts List
• Create and test backup/restore procedures/Work Instructions for configurable parts
• Create parameter and audit trail review procedures/Work Instructions
• Support the connection to PI data historian via OPC and other integration tools
• Support FAT/commissioning/qualification activities as required
• Provide automation training to the Maintenance and Engineering departments and applicable operators
• Provide on the floor operational support as needed
• Update any other IS or Automation documentation to sustain operational support.
What you'll need to succeed
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor or Master's degree in Industrial Automation Engineering, Industrial Information Systems
• Proven experience of independent project execution in a cross-functional, global environment within IS and Engineering
• At least 5 years’ experience providing process control and information systems solutions and support to manufacturing organisations in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industries. GMP experience is a must.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Strong competencies in automation with the ability to oversee multiple activities while maintaining a focus on quality
• Exceptional interpersonal and collaboration skills to effectively communicate and build relationships with a broad spectrum of diverse audiences around the world
• Ability to influence and drive projects in matrix teams • Proven ability to grasp general knowledge of multiple disciplines
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively (verbal and written) with various stakeholders
• Ability to produce and present clear and concise presentations
• Ability to apply critical thinking, skills and knowledge to solve issues • Ability to contribute creative yet practical solutions to problems
• Self-directed, flexible to adapt to a dynamic environment
What you'll get in return
Hays Detachering | This is a project that will start with a contract for 1 year through Hays. Extension to stay within the department is anticipated. In this position, you will get a competitive salary and your travel expenses are covered.
What you need to do now
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