IT/OT Automation Leader for Pharma & Chem Manufacturing

HopHR; Philippines; Hybrid; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical industry is seeking an experienced IT/OT Manager to lead automation and compliance efforts. The role involves developing a high-performance team, ensuring systems availability, and managing training and development initiatives. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and substantial experience in IT/OT systems management along with knowledge in compliance protocols. This is an on-site role based in Pampanga, Philippines.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Engineering, Computer Science, or applicable technical degree required.
• 7+ years IT/OT systems management, automation, or security experience.
• 3+ years supervisory/team leadership experience required.
• GAMP5, 21CFR11 compliance experience required.
• Pharma/chemical manufacturing background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT/OT systems staff for automation, infrastructure, security, networking, and compliance.
• Ensure IT/OT systems are available, capable, and accessible to meet production requirements.
• Develop strategic direction for IT/OT assets.
• Manage departmental training and development.

Skills

IT/OT systems management

Automation

Security

Team leadership

Education

Bachelors in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

MES

SQL

Oracle

Job description

About the Role

• Location: Petersburg, VA, US (on-site)
• Lead IT/OT systems staff for automation, infrastructure, security, networking, and compliance in a pharmaceutical/chemical manufacturing environment
• Champion cGMP compliance and regulatory requirements (GAMP5, 21CFR11)
• Coach and mentor direct reports and develop a high-performing cross-functional IT/OT team

Essential Functions

• Develop strategic direction for IT/OT assets, monitoring advancements in the industry
• Ensure IT/OT systems available, capable, and accessible to meet production requirements
• Build and develop a strong, high performing cross-functional team
• Manage departmental training, development, coaching, performance, and recruitment
• Collaborate with Site Leadership on workload solutions and IT/OT resource prioritization

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Engineering, Computer Science, or applicable technical degree required
• 7+ years IT/OT systems management, automation, or security experience
• 3+ years supervisory/team leadership experience required
• GAMP5, 21CFR11 compliance experience required
• Pharma/chemical manufacturing background preferred
• Knowledge of MES, SQL, Oracle a plus