Automation Lead – 2407024257W

Automation Lead – 2407024257W

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Description

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

Engineering Lead, Automation

This position reports into Sr Manger, Engineering and Automation and is based at Lititz.

Role reports to: Sr Manger, Engineering and Automation

Location: Lititz, PA

Travel %: 10%

Pay: $110,000 – $149,000

What you will do
The Engineering Lead, Automation will provide technical leadership to the automation team. Responsible for the overall business and manufacturing systems and related infrastructure at the site. Responsibilities include the planning, implementation, and support to manufacturing, administration, packaging, facilities, and utilities systems and technologies and remote locations. Provide leadership in the development an implementation of a framework and methodology for computerized systems validation (CSV) in compliance with current good manufacturing practices (cCMPs). Complies with safety and environmental regulations to ensure execution, compliance and proper reporting

Key Responsibilities
  Key stakeholder for the manufacturing systems at Lititz Manufacturing Plant.
  Support company operations through the efficient and cost-effective deployment and use of information technology at the manufacturing, administration, utilities, and facilities. •Develops and implements both strategic and tactical business plans to ensure continuous improvement in the use of information technology throughout the business. •Prepares, administers, and controls System Engineering forecast and department budget. •Manages the development and review of department standard operating procedures (SOPs) and works instructions to meet company requirements in the areas of control, security and baseline functions.
  Stays up to date of technological advances in computing technology, manufacturing automation, and communication systems related to regulatory issues.
  Evaluates and recommends new technological solutions to improve business operational efficiency, productivity, and regulatory compliance.
  Provides leadership in the development and implementation of a framework and a methodology for computerized systems Validation (CSV) in compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
  Manages projects to ensure their success and timely completion.
  Recruits, hires, evaluates, supervises, rewards, and, when required, disciplines assigned staff.
  Plans and encourages the professional development of assigned staff to ensure their talents and abilities are developed to their fullest potential and are applied enthusiastically to the achievement of company goals.
  Responsible for the oversight of project work involving the planning, implementation, validation, and support of cGMPs computerized systems that fall under the category of Plant Support Systems: such as, Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Laboratory Information Systems (LIMS), programmable Logic Controller software applications, Building Management System and Plant Security Systems.
  Assure all aspects of assigned engineering projects
  Evaluation of new systems and equipment.
  Ensure completion and approval of project documentation, including qualification and validation protocols, standard operating procedures, work instructions and calibration/preventive maintenance procedures.
  Prepares reports for presentation to management and makes presentations to various levels of management as required.
  Responsible for the review and approved process of all computer validation documents within the plant. Review drawings, layouts, specification, and conceptual designs as required.

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications
  Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field.
  8-10 years of experience in automated control systems in the pharmaceutical industry.
  Knowledge in client / server architecture and connectivity concepts.
  Knowledge in co puter system validation.
  Demonstrated leadership.
  Must be able to make decisions based on available facts while meeting established deadlines and priorities.
  Strong technical knowledge and expertise in project management methodologies and tools.
  Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
  Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  Demonstrated experience of 6-8 years in related engineering roles

Whats in it for you

Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $110,000 – $149,000. This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidates skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.
  Competitive Total Rewards Package
  Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
  Learning & Development Opportunities
  Employee Resource Groups
  This list could vary based on location/region

Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.