Manager CSV-Execution Automation Systems

6014-Janssen Biotech, Inc. Legal Entity; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Wilson, North Carolina is seeking an Automation Engineering Manager, Execution Systems CSV Lead to drive the development and deployment of the site’s Computerized System Validation strategy in alignment with global standards.

The role requires a BS degree in Engineering or related field, 8+ years in manufacturing, and hands-on expertise with DeltaV, OSI PI, Siemens PLCs, and Werum PAS-X to lead validation and lifecycle activities.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering, Science or related field.
• 8+ years in a manufacturing environment, with pharma/biopharma exposure preferred.
• Strong knowledge of automation systems and CSV practices.
• Experience with industry standards (ISA S95/S88) and cGMP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the CSV program for site execution systems and IT-related environments.
• Define and manage CSV scope, resources, and milestones.
• Collaborate with Quality, IT, and Operations to ensure compliance and lifecycle management.
• Provide guidance on SOP development and continuous improvement of CSV processes.

Skills

Automation systems

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Project management

Education

BS degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Emerson DeltaV

OSI PI

Siemens PLCs

Werum PAS-X

DeltaV Batch Control

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function: Supply Chain Engineering
Job Sub Function: Automation Engineering
Job Category: People Leader
All Job Posting Locations: Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America

Job Description: About Innovative Medicine Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life.

The Automation Engineering Manager, Execution Systems CSV Lead drives the development of strategy for Computerized System Validation aligned to site and global standards as well as to the industry best practices. The incumbent is also accountable for the delivery and execution of the site’s CSV strategy including projects and lifecycle management.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the automation systems, configure interfaces, ensure compliance with global standards, write and perform validation protocols, participate in compliance inspections, hold and support risk assessments, and support investigations.
• Ensure sound technical engineering concepts are applied in all tasks.
• Perform validation activities at the Site and ensures the approach and execution aligns to J&J expectations.
• Scope includes IT, Execution Systems, and Laboratory Analytical systems.
• Understands industry-wide and Regulatory expectations for computer system validation and works with other members of IT and site organizations to ensure that Computerized System Validation (CSV) packages are consistent with validation plans and standard operating procedures.
• Provide input on improvement of life cycle documentation.
• Provide input on SOP development.
• Act as a high-level technical resource for implementation of policy in partnership with the quality organization(s) to ensure alignment in approach and desired acceptance criteria.
• Support the implementation and adoption of the global CSV program and remediation.
• Support data integrity implementation and remediation for systems within CSV program.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to CSV program.
• Support the Execution Systems organization to achieve all CSV site and corporate goals.
• Define Computerized Systems Validation scope and ensure resources, capabilities and processes are in place.
• Could lead improvement projects related to automation or computerized systems.
• Effective tracking cost, quality, and schedule to ensure an effective management of project execution.
• Ensure programs stay on target through accurate resourcing and removing obstacles, which may involve communication at a senior level within the business and supporting partners (ie. Digital and Technical Operations and Systems (DOTS)).
• Establish effective working relationships with Quality, IT, Lab Systems, Procurement, and others by developing new partnerships to optimize processes.
• Primary CSV point of contact at the site.
• Define, monitor and reports metrics and KPI.
• Lead the CSV team to deliver on key projects and Lifecycle management.

Qualifications

• Education: A minimum BS Degree and/ or equivalent experience in Engineering, Science or related field.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry, including at least 2 years of proven experience in an Execution Systems, Automation, or IT role within a pharmaceutical or GMP-regulated manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of automation systems, including Emerson DeltaV, OSI Pi, Siemens PLCs, and IT infrastructure & hardware.
• Experience with MES systems, preferably Werum PAS‑X, and DeltaV Batch Control.
• Strong understanding of Industrial Automation Networks and Communication Protocols.
• Familiarity with S95 level 4 systems such as ERP, Quality Systems, Data Warehouses, and CDL.
• Expertise in ISA S95 and S88 standards and their application within the Global Supply Chain.
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations related to Computer System Validation (CSV), including 21 CFR Part 11 and EU GMP Annex 11.
• Proficiency with OSI PI Historian and Werum MES.
• Expert level knowledge of change management and change control process for highly integrated recipe and IT systems.

Preferred

• Experience in supervision/management of people and resources.
• Process knowledge for Upstream, Downstream and Bio Processing Support functions.
• Proven understanding of GAMP 5 and other recognized industry standard methodologies.
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Business Alignment
• Data Integration
• Developing Others
• Inclusive Leadership
• Industry Analysis
• Innovation
• Leadership
• Lean Supply Chain Management
• Machine Learning (ML)
• Management Systems Implementation
• Process Improvements
• Prototyping
• Quality Assurance (QA)
• Robotic Automation
• Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application
• Smart Systems
• Team Management
• Workflow Automation

This position will be located in Wilson, North Carolina, and will require full time on-site support. However, the design of the facility will occur at an Engineering firm with frequent travel (> 50%) required until the project shifts to the plant site of Wilson, NC.

If you are under 18 years of age, you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent’s consent for the background check.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.

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