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With around 3,000 employees worldwide, we help pharmaceutical and biotech companies manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal of improving people’s lives.\nOur network, spanning Europe and the U.S., provides flexible and specialized solutions across six technology platforms: Peptides, Lipids & Carbohydrates, Injectables, Highly Potent & Oncology, Small Molecules, and Oligonucleotides. We strive for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to delivering the highest quality products for patient well-being.\nOur People Vision\nWe strive for excellence. We share our passion. Together, we make a difference in patients' lives.\nSUMMARY\nThe Manager of Automation & MES (OT) leads Engineers, Technical Specialists, SMEs, and contractors responsible for OT controls of manufacturing equipment, support equipment, integration of systems, and site-wide continuous improvement initiatives. This role includes the conceptualization, design, implementation, and documentation of OT projects and lifecycle management in compliance with regulatory requirements. The Manager represents the department during regulatory meetings and audits and oversees hiring, training, career development, performance appraisals, and team motivation.\nESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nInclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.\nDevelop and execute a plant-wide OT strategy and roadmap aligned with long-term business objectives and operational excellence targets\nEvaluate, select, and deploy advanced automation technologies (robotics, MES, DeltaV, PAT, historian solutions, reporting, etc.) to improve efficiency, quality, safety, and agility\nDrive adoption of new and existing systems through effective communication, training, and stakeholder engagement\nManage multi-year expense budgets, timelines, and a cross-functional team of engineers, program managers, and solution architects\nAssist Technical Operations management in CAPEX planning to deploy OT solutions site-wide within capital projects\nDefine KPIs, dashboards, and governance frameworks to track program impact\nCollaborate with site leadership and department staff to achieve project goals\nOversee and support user training for Corden Pharma OT Systems\nEnsure daily performance support for Corden Pharma Automation Systems including preventative maintenance and technical support/troubleshooting to minimize impact to production schedules\nManage technical problem resolution for Corden Pharma OT networks and other process control infrastructures\nManage validation of new OT applications, including computer system validation (CSV), and maintain systems in a validated state\nCoordinate and execute continuous improvement projects to implement new equipment, technologies, processes, or materials\nManage employees and contractors, coordinate with vendors for project execution\nReview and draft equipment drawings, electrical diagrams, system manuals, engineering protocols, and quality system documentation\nEnsure all automation systems comply with regulatory requirements (FDA, cGMP, etc.)\nAs a system subject matter expert (SME), be accountable and responsible to provide the necessary support during internal and external regulatory and client audits\nMaintain documentation including functional specification, validation protocols, and change controls\nProvide expertise and improvements to address nonconformance, implement corrective & preventative actions, and execute Commissioning & Qualification activities\nLEADERSHIP & BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES\nProvides direct leadership to department employees and works with other site leaders to manage all assets in an efficient and compliant manner. Conducts all managerial responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, regulatory compliance, and applicable laws.\nSupervisory responsibilities include daily leadership of team, training, and development; interviewing and hiring; managing time and attendance records; performance appraisals; rewarding and disciplining employees; and resolving daily problems and conflicts.\nSAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES\nEvery individual is personally responsible for the safety and environmental aspects of his or her activities in the workplace. Each employee is expected to perform their job duties in a safe manner utilizing all their knowledge, training, ability, and experience.\nQUALITY RESPONSIBILITIES\nCorden Pharma Colorado (CPC) is a manufacturer of a variety of pharmaceutical products. In following Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Corden Pharma Colorado manufactures in accordance with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), International Council for Harmonisation Q7 (ICH), and other global regulations as applicable. This is critical as it is our mission to not place patients at risk due to inadequate safety, quality, or efficacy. CPC’s Quality Management System, which incorporates cGMP, is designed to deliver this quality objective. Attainment is produced through the requisite participation and commitment of all staff across departments and at all levels within the company.\ncGMP is the part of Quality Management System ensuring products are consistently produced to accurate quality standards. Adherence to clearly defined procedures, in compliance with the principles of cGMP, is required when performing operations across Corden Pharma Colorado.\nQUALIFICATIONS\nTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily while proficiently demonstrating the Core Competencies listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions described.\nThe following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this role. The individual must demonstrate a business working knowledge of the following:\nDCS, PLC deployment (i.e., DeltaV, Allen Bradley, and Siemens)\nHMI development and programming\nMES deployment, integration and implementation\nCommon OT communication protocols \nAbility to interpret electrical and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)\nStrong working knowledge of electrical and controls principles, methods and standards\nCAPEX scope, schedule, and budget business processes\nManagement and collaboration with Contract resources\nEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE\nB.S. or M.S. in Engineering Field or equivalent OT experience in Pharmaceutical, Chemical, or Medical Device industries. Eight years of experience in process automation and control systems within regulated pharmaceutical or life sciences environments.\nLANGUAGE SKILLS\nAbility to read and understand common information technology technical literature. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with peers, customers, and management.\nMATHEMATICAL SKILLS\nAbility to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory. Ability to understand basic accounting and financial principles (ROI & IRR analysis, cashflow, committed vs. actual costs, etc.) as they apply to Automation Engineering.\nREASONING ABILITY\nAbility to apply problem-solving and best judgement to assigned tasks.\nCERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS\nNone.\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; work with hands; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, reach above shoulder height, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.\nWORK ENVIRONMENT\nThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and low levels of toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and risk of electric shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.\nCORE COMPETENCIES\nThese are the specific areas of knowledge, skill and ability that are important for successful job performance. They must be job related and consistent with business necessity.\nProven leadership skills with the ability to influence and drive significant change\nProven ability in applying scientific problem-solving methods\nExperience managing culture change and deployment of Enterprise transforming solutions\nProficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, Visual Basic, and SQL scripting\nStrong knowledge of computer systems (software and hardware)\nBasic Active Directory administration experience\nFamiliarity with virtualization software, i.e., VMWare\nKnowledge and experience with Windows XP/Windows 7/Windows 10/Windows 11\nNetworked client-server environment experience (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.)\nStrong analytical and troubleshooting skills, including strong math, reading, and comprehension abilities\nDemonstrated mechanical aptitude, base knowledge of chemistry, chemical processing theories, application, equipment, and plant operations\nDemonstrated experience as a system/application subject matter expert (SME) for multiple critical OT systems\nAbility to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while being flexible to changing work schedules\nExcellent customer service and verbal/written communication skills\nDemonstrated project management skills\nWillingness to learn and help others learn new technologies\nRoutinely demonstrates a proactive approach to problem identification and resolution\nHas a consistent record of contributing innovative and practical solutions to technical problems; develops or directs the development of solutions to complex technical problems where little or no precedence exists\nExperience validating manufacturing processes and applying risk-based approaches to validation\nFamiliarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies\nProven success implementing advanced OT applications in regulated or high-complexity environments (life sciences, electronics, automotive, etc.)\nSALARY\nActual pay will be based on your skills and experience.\nBENEFITS\n401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service \nAccident Plan\nCritical Illness Insurance\nDental Insurance\nDisability Insurance\nEmployee Assistance Program\nFlexible Spending Account\nHealth Insurance PPO/HSA\nHospital Indemnity Plan\nID Theft Protection\nLife Insurance\nPaid Parental Leave\nTuition Reimbursement\nWellness Program\nVacation - Three Weeks 1st Year\nVision Insurance\nEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\nCorden Pharma provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 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