Principal Digital Technology Site Leader-DPO
Core
Drive digital transformation of a manufacturing facility by deploying advanced technology solutions to enhance efficiency, automate processes, and achieve operational improvements.
Role type
Principal Digital Technology Site Leader (Plant Level)
Builds
Smart factory infrastructure, automated production systems, and integrated IT/OT environments for a manufacturing plant.
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial IoT / Operational Technology (OT)
Required skills
Strategic leadership, team management, IT budget forecasting, systems integration (MES/ERP), data-driven optimization, edge technology management, AI initiative leadership, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, PMP or Agile certification, automation/robotics experience, manufacturing IT/OT standards knowledge (ISA-95, IEC 61850), MSP operations experience
Technologies
MES (Proficy Cimplicity), ERP (Oracle), SQL, JavaScript, Jira, Smartsheets, Tableau, Power BI, barcode scanners, camera systems, connected hardware
Responsibilities
Advise plant leadership on digital strategy, coach and mentor local DT professionals, manage IT budget and project delivery, optimize core systems (MES, ERP, OT security), lead data collection strategies, design and maintain edge devices, promote AI initiatives, establish technology best practices
Seniority
Principal, strategic leadership with hands-on execution
