Senior Manager - Automation and Operational Technology
Core
Lead regional Operational Technology function across Asia and New Zealand, overseeing design, implementation, and validation of automation control systems and data platforms for high-volume nutritional manufacturing.
Role type
Senior Manager, Automation & Operational Technology
Builds
Automation control systems, OT solutions, data/visualization platforms, and capital projects for nutrition supply chain
Domain
Healthcare / Nutrition Manufacturing / Industrial Automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Capital project delivery, engineering firm management, regulated industry compliance (FDA/USDA), system validation, cross-functional collaboration, vendor/contract negotiation, technical advisory, strategic planning
Preferred skills
Nutritional manufacturing experience, Industrial Analytics/AI partnership, cybersecurity awareness, Project Management
Technologies
Automation control systems, OT solutions, data/visualization platforms, shared IT systems
Responsibilities
Oversee resource planning and technical execution for large capital projects; Support front-end project development for controls and OT scope; Drive continuous improvement in system design and validation; Establish regional standards for OT hardware/software; Partner with IT for system integration; Manage software licensing and vendor relationships; Provide technical support to sites; Lead delivery of the New Zealand Integration project
Seniority
Senior Manager, regional leadership