Unclassified - Morris Plains, NJ
posted 4 months ago
In this role, you will be responsible for developing a comprehensive digital manufacturing strategy that incorporates elements of Industry 4.0, IIoT, artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and cloud technologies. As the Automation Lead, you will oversee and manage the current automation systems in use across the facility, ensuring compliance with internal Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Computer System Validation (CSV), and external regulatory requirements. This position is critical to our mission of being the best manufacturer of Cell & Gene therapies, ensuring that our patients receive the treatments they need to live longer, healthier lives. You will develop strategies for data acquisition, systems integration, and smart manufacturing solutions to enable next-generation cell therapy operations. Your role will involve identifying areas where robotic solutions can enhance efficiency by automating manual processes. You will manage all aspects of the systems lifecycle and maintain the GxP validated state for all existing automation systems at the site. Additionally, you will be responsible for planning, developing, and executing automation projects from start-up to completion, collaborating with multiple departments to design, test, and maintain the functionality of automation systems. Providing and coordinating vendor training for new users of automation systems will also be part of your responsibilities. You will ensure compliance with Novartis Information Security Risk Management policies and provide technical support to operations and support personnel. Continuous updating of your technical knowledge and skills to reflect advancements in industry technology and processes will be essential to your success in this role.