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Sr. Manager, Automation – GTx Lead

Durham💼 Full-time💰 $114,100–$114,100🗓 2026-09-09 → 2026-09-27

Core

Lead automation strategy and operations for next-generation gene therapy manufacturing, ensuring reliable, compliant, and efficient production of drug substances and products.

Role type

Senior Manager, Automation (Manufacturing)

Builds

Automated manufacturing systems and processes for gene therapies

Domain

Biopharmaceuticals / Gene Therapy / GMP Manufacturing

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure

Required skills

DCS, PLC, SCADA, MES, Historian systems, computerized system validation, change control, CAPA management, root cause analysis, team leadership, regulatory compliance (FDA/cGMP)

Preferred skills

Building Management Systems, CMMS, Microsoft Office, project management, vendor management

Technologies

DCS, PLC, SCADA, MES, Historian, Building Management Systems, CMMS

Responsibilities

Lead design, implementation, maintenance, and support of manufacturing automation systems; drive continuous improvement initiatives; oversee computerized systems for critical processes; lead and mentor automation engineers; establish KPIs for system reliability; manage change controls and CAPAs; lead deviation investigations; serve as SME during regulatory inspections; partner with cross-functional teams for new product introductions.

Seniority

Senior Manager, hands-on IC with team leadership

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