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At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com

Job Function:

Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub** **Function:

Manufacturing Engineering

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Athens, Georgia, United States of America, Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States of America, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.

Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a **Global Lead of Automation,** based in a J&J manufacturing site (US based). This position is required to be on site 3 days per week.

Position Summary:

The **Global Lead of Automation** is a critical leadership role responsible for transforming the organization’s automation capabilities, infrastructure, and skills to a new level of excellence. The role requires a strategic thinker who can move the needle in areas such as Process Control, robotics, and intelligent automation to drive operational efficiency and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Develop and execute a comprehensive automation strategy that aligns with the company’s overall business objectives and drives competitive advantage in the marketplace.

+ Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in automation practices, ensuring alignment with emerging technologies and industry trends.

+ Champion the development and implementation of advanced Manufacturing Process Control Systems and other automation tools to streamline processes and enhance productivity, adaptability and agility.

+ Establish standardized solutions and governance frameworks across all global sites to ensure consistency, efficiency, effectiveness and compliance across all nodes, in line with site and Supply Chain strategies

+ Lead and oversee the implementation of the Assets Management Framework and maturity roadmaps for automation.

+ Lead the transformation of automation skills and infrastructure, enhancing the organization’s ability to leverage advanced technologies, including AI, machine learning, and IoT, to optimize operations.

+ Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of automation initiatives and their impact on operational performance, quality, and cost efficiency.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of automation solutions into existing workflows and operations.

+ Build strong partnerships with external technology providers and industry leaders to leverage best practices and innovative solutions.

+ Lead and develop a high-performing automation organization (indirect reporting relationship), fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation.

+ Mentor and coach automation leaders and experts, and cultivate talent within the organization to ensure the growth of future leaders in automation.

Key Leadership Behaviors & Strategic Skills:

+ **Visionary Leadership:**  Ability to articulate a compelling vision for automation that inspires and engages stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

+ **Strategic Thinker:**  Proven experience in developing and executing long-term strategies that align with business objectives and drive technological advancement.

+ **Innovative Mindset:**  Demonstrated ability to leverage emerging technologies and trends to drive transformation and continuous improvement in automation practices.

+ **Cross-Functional Influence:**  Strong interpersonal skills, capable of engaging and influencing stakeholders across multiple functions and regions.

+ **Business & Financial acumen:** Strong business financials and cost structure understanding and experience, including business case development

+ **Results-Oriented:**  Track record of setting ambitious goals and achieving measurable improvements in operational performance through automation initiatives.

+ **Change Management:**  Experience leading organizational change, particularly in the adoption of new technologies and practices in a global context.

+ **Exceptional Communication:**  Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, including senior leadership.

Qualifications & Experience:

+ A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required. A Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; advanced degrees (e.g., MBA) is preferred.

+ A minimum of 15 years of experience in automation or technology leadership roles in a regulated complex multi-node manufacturing environment, with a strong emphasis on driving transformation, including at least 5 years of regional or global leadership experience is required.

+ Extensive experience with automation technologies, MES, and intelligent automation solutions in a regulated environment, ideally within the pharmaceutical or manufacturing sectors is required.

+ Comprehensive understanding of automation technologies, with expertise in process automation frameworks, industrial IoT solutions, and data integration platforms. Proficient in leveraging AI and machine learning algorithms to enhance automation processes, along with hands-on experience in designing and implementing programmable logic controller (PLC) systems and human-machine interface (HMI) solutions to optimize operational efficiency is required.

+ Proven track record of leading large-scale automation transformations and successfully implementing innovative solutions that drive operational excellence is required.

+ Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to automation and technology is required.

+ This position is required to be on site 3 days per week and requires up to 25% domestic and international travel, based on business needs.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

173.000 USD - 299.000 USD

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation –120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member Caregiver Leave – 10 days Volunteer Leave – 4 days Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits