Associate Director Operations Technology
Core
Lead the client-facing Operations Technology team at a biopharmaceutical manufacturing site, integrating digital and AI advancements (Industry 4.0) to support manufacturing, engineering, quality, and supply chain operations.
Role type
Senior IC Associate Director Operations Technology (Manufacturing)
Builds
IT/OT platforms, digital manufacturing solutions, and AI-driven operational strategies for biopharma production.
Domain
Biopharmaceutical manufacturing / Industrial IoT / Smart Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
IT/OT strategy, digital transformation, team leadership, system lifecycle management, regulatory compliance (cGMP), stakeholder management, innovation management, data analytics, cloud infrastructure, security.
Preferred skills
Automation expertise, network security, biopharma experience, manufacturing execution systems, lab information management, ERP, digital twins, advanced analytics.
Technologies
AI, machine learning, IoT, cloud, SaaS, digital twins, advanced analytics, simulation & modelling, mobile apps.
Responsibilities
Lead the client-facing operations technology department; integrate site quality/compliance with enterprise computing; develop and implement site-wide IT/OT strategies; hire and mentor technology professionals; foster agile innovation through pilots and PoCs; refine technology roadmaps for reliability and efficiency; monitor external tech trends for competitive advantage.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
