Plc Automation Manager
Pubblicato il 17-09-2026 - Jobtome in Italia
PurposeThe Automation Lead reporting to the Engineering & Maintenance Site Manager, is responsible for leading the technological evolution of automation systems for the Group affiliates within the Global Manufacturing Division (GMD) perimeter. In the Operational Technology (OT) area, he/she will be responsible for spreading certain Architectural and Design Standards for automation systems, collaborating as a reference figure on Capex projects managed by Global Engineering.
At the same time, he/she will manage initiatives aimed at implementing OT Cyber Security, Industry 4.0 principles and digitalization in Manufacturing, performing a continuous scouting of new technologies and applications, with a strong collaboration with Global ICT.
He/she will also provide support to the local Automation organizations of Customer manufacturing sites in defining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) aimed at managing the lifecycle of computerized systems in the Pharma environment, in accordance with EU GMPs and GAMPs.
Main Responsibilities- Monitor and promote global digitalization initiatives in automation area following Project Management principles;
Coordinate external suppliers and consultants for installation activities of new automation systems at Customer manufacturing affiliates;
Participate in design, installation and testing activities of control systems, production lines, process machines and industrial plants in general;
Provide guidance as an automation expert to other business functions, in particular to Process Engineering, Quality and Validation in matters of CSV (Computer System Validation);
Provide supportand interact with local automation units at Customer manufacturing affiliates;
Manage Global Automation SOP and guidelines and their deployment and/or revision;
Collaborate with the Global ICT department to implement automation systems in manufacturing areas to ensure compliance to the highest OT Cybersecurity Standards;
Carry out a continuous scouting of new tec