TECHNICAL MANAGER, IT APPS

Grifols; Parets del Vallès; Híbrido; EUR 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A large global healthcare company in Cataluña is seeking a Technical Manager IT Apps with 4+ years of experience in manufacturing IT/OT systems. The role involves leading a technical team, managing applications related to serialization systems, and coordinating with engineering and quality teams to ensure compliance and efficiency in operations. This permanent position offers a hybrid work model and is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.

Servicios

Flexible schedule

Professional development opportunities

Formación

• 4+ years of experience with manufacturing IT/OT systems.
• Understanding of industrial processes and production workflows.
• Experience with validation of computerized systems and regulatory compliance.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the technical team for serialization and other industrial systems.
• Manage IT related lifecycle of manufacturing operations applications.
• Coordinate requirements gathering with engineering and quality teams.

Conocimientos

Plant-floor applications knowledge

Industrial communication technologies

Analytical skills

Project management skills

Agile methodologies

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Descripción del empleo

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well‑being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma‑derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

We believe that diversity adds value to our business, our teams and our culture. We are committed to equal employment opportunities that foster an inclusive environment.

Help us lead one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical companies. We are a world leader in plasma‑derived medicines with a presence in more than 100 countries, and a growing global team of over 20.000 people. That’s why we need a Technical Manager IT Apps like you.

Mission

Lead the technical team responsible for supporting and developing projects for serialization systems, in-line printing, plant weighing systems, and MES/EBR, among other industrial systems. The role ensures the proper definition of requirements, implementation, validation, support, and continuous improvement of industrial systems, guaranteeing regulatory compliance (GxP, 21 CFR Part 11), data integrity, and traceability throughout the production processes.

What your responsibilities will be

• Act as the IT point of contact for manufacturing, engineering, and industrial automation teams, ensuring strong alignment between plant operations, global Industrial Services and IT
• Govern and manage the relevant IT related lifecycle of plant manufacturing operations applications, including MES/EBR, serialization systems, printing systems and other industrial systems used in production lines.
• Help in the assessment, planning, and implementation of digitalization initiatives in the manufacturing area, supporting Industry 4.0 capabilities and industrial data‑driven operations
• Coordinate requirements gathering with process engineers, production supervisors, quality teams, and automation specialists to ensure systems meet operational and regulatory needs
• Ensure reliability, stability and continuous improvement of manufacturing applications, including supporting users, and managing incidents and change requests
• Lead, coordinate and develop the team, assigning priorities, managing workload, and guaranteeing timely delivery of projects and support activities.
• Promote best practices in documentation, configuration management, validation, and lifecycle processes for industrial applications

Who you are

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering ( Industrial, Industrial Computer Science, Telecommunications), Biotechnology, or similar technical field
• 4+ years of experience with manufacturing IT/OT systems in the life sciences, pharmaceutical, biotech or regulated industrial environments
• Solid knowledge of plant‑floor applications such as MES/EBR, weigh & dispense, serialization, in‑line printing and other related manufacturing applications
• Understanding of industrial processes, production workflows, and the interaction between digital systems and physical operations in manufacturing lines.
• Experience working with industrial communication technologies (e.g., OPC/OPC UA, MQTT, historians, IoT gateways) and with automation/engineering stakeholders
• Proven experience collaborating with senior stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams (operations, engineering, quality, IT infrastructure)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret process data and system logs, identify trends, and propose improvements
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects in fast‑paced production environments.
• Experience with validation of computerized systems, regulatory compliance (GxP, Annex 11, 21 CFR Part 11) and data integrity requirements.
• Familiarity with digital manufacturing initiatives (Industry 4.0, IIoT, advanced analytics, smart factory concepts) is a strong plus.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into business language for non‑IT stakeholders.
• Experience with agile methodologies and project management tools.
• Foster a highly collaborative environment, avoiding siloed ways of working. Act as a connector between IT, operations, engineering, quality, automation, and corporate teams, ensuring smooth communication, alignment of priorities, and effective cross‑department coordination. Promote a culture of teamwork, shared ownership, and continuous improvement.

What we offer

It is a brilliant opportunity for you, Grifols is fully aware that its employees are one of its major assets. We are committed to maintaining an atmosphere that encourages all our employees to develop their professional careers in an excellent working environment.

Information about Grifols is available at www.grifols.com. If you are interested in joining our company and you have what it takes for such an exciting position, then don’t hesitate to apply!

We look forward to receiving your application! We believe in diverse talent and want to remove any barriers that may hinder your participation. If you require any adjustments in our selection process, please do not hesitate to inform us when applying. We are here to help.

Grifols is an equal opportunity employer.

Flexibility for U Program

Hybrid Model

Flexible schedule

Monday-Thursday 7-10 to 16-19h and Friday 8-15h (with the same flexible start time).

Benefits package

Contract of Employment

Permanent position

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Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws.