Associate Director, Engineering
Core
Strategic leadership for engineering, encompassing maintenance, automation, reliability, and capital projects within a pharmaceutical packaging operation.
Role type
Senior IC engineering leader (pharmaceutical packaging)
Builds
Pharmaceutical packaging operations and automation systems
Domain
Pharmaceutical industry + Manufacturing engineering
Required skills
Process engineering, capital project management, GMP compliance, validation (FAT/SAT), automation (PLC/HMI/vision), risk management (FMEA/HAZOP), Lean/Six Sigma, troubleshooting, stakeholder management
Preferred skills
Multi-site pharmaceutical experience, Green Belt certification, machine safety standards knowledge
Technologies
PLC, HMI, vision systems, serialization platforms, AutoCAD, Visio, CMMS
Responsibilities
Lead engineering, maintenance, automation, and facilities teams; Develop engineering strategy aligned to site objectives; Improve OEE, throughput, and reliability using continuous improvement methodologies; Lead capital investment planning and commissioning; Ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory requirements; Champion safety culture and conduct risk assessments.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
