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Head of Automation

US - Portsmouth, NHFull-time2026-10-29 → 2026-11-11
On-site

Core

Strategic leadership for site automation systems including process control, manufacturing execution, and operational technology to drive operational excellence in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

Role type

Senior leadership automation manager (biopharma)

Builds

Automation solutions for process control, manufacturing execution, and operational technology systems

Domain

Biopharmaceutical manufacturing / Operational Technology

Required skills

Strategic leadership, process control systems expertise, manufacturing execution systems knowledge, operational technology management, cGMP compliance, project management, cross-functional collaboration, budget management, data analysis, root cause analysis, team mentorship

Preferred skills

Advanced degree in engineering, experience in biotechnology manufacturing environments

Technologies

Process control systems, Manufacturing execution systems, Operational technology

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a high-performing automation team, Drive automation strategy to improve system reliability and production efficiency, Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to deliver automation solutions, Lead technology transfer projects, Champion continuous improvement initiatives, Oversee automation project budgets and roadmap development

Seniority

Senior, strategic leadership