Senior Manager, IT & Automation (pharma)

Insight Global; Clayton (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a leader in Clayton, North Carolina to manage IT and automation systems projects. This role involves overseeing development, installation, and qualification of systems while coaching teams of Subject Matter Experts.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree related to the field and significant experience in IT, automation, and supervisory roles to drive strategic initiatives that align with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum six years of IT or automation experience.
• Minimum four years of supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to SMEs for IT and automation systems.
• Develop strategic goals and objectives aligned with business plans.
• Oversee development and installation of systems for new equipment.

Skills

IT or automation experience

Supervisory experience

Windows Operating System

Relational databases (MS SQL, Oracle)

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in directly related field

Tools

Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Automated control systems

Job description

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in directly related field required
• Minimum of six (6) years of either IT or automation experience required
• Minimum of four (4) years of immediate supervisory experience preferred
• Windows O/S preferred
• Relational databases (MS SQL, Oracle & Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)) preferred
• Automated control systems, related & supporting infrastructure & protocols a plus
• Manufacturing information systems a plus
• Lean manufacturing preferred
• Process analysis a plus
• Organization/Planning: Project management & IT governance, including support & system management, business continuity & forecasting preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership & guidance to SMEs responsible for project IT & automation systems, including but not limited to IT infrastructure, MES applications, MS SQL, Oracle, etc.
• Assists in developing strategic goals & objectives in alignment with local, IFP, PS & NN business plans.
• Responsible for the team performing development, installation, qualification of systems related to new equipment, new facilities, expansions, etc.
• Manage, lead & coach teams of Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure a high performing collaborative team environment. Provide continuous feedback, structure & accountability to improve team performance
• Assists in developing strategic direction for company’s IT assets, monitor advancements in the industry, & recommend & implement new technologies that meet the customer’s needs
• Assists in oversight of ITS training, development, coaching, performance management, recruitment & employee relations
• Create, develop, define & implement dynamic Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for areas of responsibility
• Ensure IT & automation systems are available, capable, & accessible to business requirements
• Assists in operating the department in accordance with internal & external regulations & procedures
• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties