Novartis - Indianapolis, IN
posted 3 months ago
At Advanced Accelerator Applications, a Novartis company, we are committed to leading innovation in nuclear medicine and delivering the next generation of targeted radioligand therapy to cancer patients. We are looking for experienced Supply Chain professionals to help us reach our ambitious goals. The role involves engineering support for automation systems, interfaces, and equipment, with a primary focus on oversight of the automation systems across the facility, including building automation systems (BAS), room monitoring systems (RMS), and process and laboratory equipment automation. This position is crucial in ensuring the site's compliance with internal Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Computer System Validation (CSV), and external regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall automation asset care strategy for the site, which includes performing upgrades, maintenance contracts, and changes. They will support and execute automation qualification and resolve all automation-related issues. The role requires updating and developing User Requirement Specifications, Functional Specifications, Design Specifications, and Operation and Maintenance documents for both new and existing control systems. The candidate will devise new approaches to complex problems through adaptations and modifications of standard automation technical principles and will work closely with various departments, including manufacturing, engineering, utility operations, maintenance, quality assurance, and qualification, to manage a diverse portfolio of projects. Additionally, the candidate will lead, plan, and execute automation projects from start-up to completion, develop project commission plans and strategies, manage and resolve project deficiencies and deviations, and assist in preparing project initiation documents. They will provide technical support to operations and support personnel, own and close corrective actions related to the automation systems, and ensure compliance with technical, quality, and legal requirements, all while maintaining reliable runtime of automation systems with minimal downtime.