Sr. Manager, US Process Automation Lead

Role Summary

Sr. Manager, US Process Automation Lead responsible for supporting six US sites across all aspects of automation, and coordinating with GH&B GE International PCT to support six international sites as needed. Occasional Pfizer network-wide support may be required at internal and external manufacturing sites. Based in the United States with a hybrid work arrangement; travel expected 10–25% annually and ability to operate across global time zones.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical automation support and oversight for GH&B US manufacturing sites.
• Establish and facilitate management of GH&B metrics, KPIs and operational reviews across the GE PCT, working with each site to develop and maintain a best in class automation program.
• Drive Standardization & optimize GH&B automation solutions and automation master planning at sites.
• Support automation projects that may include manufacturing equipment such as: filling, packaging, particle monitoring, BMS, batch operations, miscellaneous equipment.
• Drive site automation master planning and long term strategy on automation programs.
• Review automation scope and execution plan of capital investments and contribute to project team execution strategy and resource planning for large projects.
• Oversee large master service agreements and negotiate with large automation partners.

Qualifications

• Experience in production, engineering or process automation
• At site experience in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Rockwell Automation (PLC & SCADA) Systems and AMPS solution platforms
• Strong project management, change agility and problem-solving capabilities
• Proven ability to define and lead projects, track and execute with quality and timeliness on complex programs of work
• Excellent communication and presentation skills. Facilitation managing up, across and
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence across teams
• Effective written and verbal communication skills. Clearly and concisely summarize complex issues, key outcomes, and importance to the audience, including senior leaders; able to work with different cultures.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 6 years of experience; OR a Master’s degree with at least 5 years of experience; OR a PhD with 1+ years of experience

Additional Requirements

• Significant time on laptop & telecons (remote with global teams)
• Site visits may require walking, lifting equipment and gowning into aseptic environments
• Flexibility to work across global time zones, stretching from the US with occasional international support
• Travel is anticipated to be ~10–25% throughout the year