Automation Program Lead (Biotech)
Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there's no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that's the kind of work we want you to be part of.
Overview:
The Automation Program Lead supports the Automation Engineering team by developing and managing MES/Controls/OT schedules for GMP readiness, tech transfers, continuous improvements, and other business needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain project schedules, including MES/documentation timelines, for tech transfers and campaign readiness.
Support scheduling for downloads and standard work, ensuring clear communication with stakeholders (e.g. Manufacturing).
Manage competing priorities and proactively address potential delays.
Prepare project documentation (goals, scope, design deliverables, change control, cost estimates).
Lead engineering projects aligned with strategic objectives and operational needs.
Advise teams to resolve technical challenges and meet deadlines.
Provide ongoing support for manufacturing automation systems.
Represent automation in IPT/JPT meetings for Lonza Portsmouth.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree (required) with experience in automated manufacturing (biologics preferred).
Strong background in MES, Controls, and manufacturing.
Proven ability to develop schedules, identify risks, and manage projects. (PMP Certification Preferred)
Expertise in continuous improvement and Quality Risk Management (QRM).
Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Familiarity with CAPA processes, change controls, deviations, and regulatory compliance.
Key Accountabilities:
Scheduling & Coordination: Lead scheduling for tech transfers, pre-campaign efforts, and continuous improvements.
Problem Identification: Gather information, identify issues, and facilitate problem resolution across teams.
Project Collaboration: Represent Automation in IPT/JPT meetings to align with project goals.
Change Control: Oversee change controls and ensure compliance.
CAPEX & Tech Transfer: Coordinate with CAPEX and tech transfer teams for timely automation system delivery.
Safety & Training: Adhere to safety standards and maintain required training/certifications.
Quality & CAPA: Assist Quality department with deviation investigations, perform engineering reviews, and manage CAPA actions.
Other Duties: Perform additional tasks to meet organizational needs.
Every day, Lonza's products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.
People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.
Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
