Associate Director, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Plant IT Infrastructure Lead

3 days ago

Sanford, North Carolina, United States Kyowa Kirin, Inc. Full time
Job Title: Associate Director, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Plant IT Infrastructure Lead

Kyowa Kirin, Inc. is a global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies cutting-edge biotechnologies to discover and deliver innovative medicines in four key areas: bone and mineral disorders, intractable hematologic diseases, hematology oncology, and rare diseases. Our mission is to make a meaningful impact on people's lives by delivering breakthrough treatments where none exist, from drug discovery to product development and commercialization.

We are seeking an experienced IT Infrastructure Lead to join our team at our new manufacturing site. As a key member of our IT team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a robust, scalable, and redundant IT infrastructure that supports real-time manufacturing operations and accommodates mobile device integration. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring the seamless integration of our IT systems with our manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and maintain a robust, scalable, and redundant IT infrastructure that supports real-time manufacturing operations and accommodates mobile device integration.
  • Support the implementation and maintenance of virtual server infrastructure for on-premises servers.
  • Support the implementation and management of cloud server infrastructure as required by the business, management of firewalls, and how to secure and separate manufacturing, lab, and office networks as required.
  • Management of IT infrastructure of shop floor and plant automation systems such as Process Control Systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems, Data Historians, and Building Management Systems.
  • Proactively identify and resolve network issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring optimal system performance.
  • Develop and implement a site-specific IT infrastructure strategy that aligns with the North American and global enterprise strategy, standards, and methods.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and BI/external standards (EHS, Corporate procedures, GxP, etc.).
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest technology trends and advancements in the pharma and manufacturing industry.
  • Develop the site IT strategy and planning in line with global manufacturing IT strategy and roadmap.
  • Collaborate with global manufacturing IT team to build and execute the integrated IT roadmap as needed.
  • Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for IT services and equipment.
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to end-users.
  • Translate business requirements to technical requirements in support of project execution.
  • Work with various system owners to create and maintain the computer systems inventory.
  • Support the Site IT Director in creating a Life Cycle Management and maintenance program to ensure all IT Server and Infrastructure hardware is maintained up to date and supported by mainstream vendors.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (a plus).
  • At least 7 years of overall IT experience with at least 3 years working in Manufacturing. Proven experience in IT Infrastructure technical lead roles, in a manufacturing and pharma environment. Demonstrated experience in network and firewall design, network segregation, and maintenance.
  • Strong knowledge across several IT disciplines, including Network, Security, Infrastructure, and Manufacturing Systems. Strong understanding of network security protocols and best practices.
  • Good working knowledge of virtual server environments. Experience with cloud server infrastructure. Experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools. Hands-on experience of effective methodologies for Data Back Up and Restore, Data Archive and Retrieval, and Server Image Back up and Restore.
  • Knowledge of data security, cyber security standards, and trends, and compliance regulations. Strong understanding and technical application of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations and regulatory guidance for industry and network impact.
  • Experience working for international companies with multi-cultural backgrounds and diversified environments.
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kyowa Kirin, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, religion, creed, color, pregnancy, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, or affection preference, or citizenship status, or any other category protected by law.

Personal Data Protection:

Kyowa Kirin, Inc. collects and stores personal data contained in your application. This data will be processed for the purposes of managing our recruitment-related activities, including setting up and conducting interviews and tests for applicants, evaluating and assessing the results, and as is otherwise needed in the recruitment and hiring processes. Such processing is legally permissible under Art. 6(1)(f) of the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) as necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. Your personal data will be shared with Greenhouse Software, Inc., a cloud services provider located in the United States of America, engaged by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. to help manage its recruitment and hiring process on Kyowa Kirin, Inc.'s behalf. If you are located outside of the United States, your personal data will be transferred to the United States once you submit it through this site. The transfer will be made using appropriate additional safeguards under the standard contractual clauses approved by regulators for transfers of personal data outside the European Union. Your personal data will be retained by Kyowa Kirin, Inc. as long as Kyowa Kirin, Inc. determines it is necessary to evaluate your application for employment. Under the GDPR, if you are located in the European Union, you have the right to request access to your personal data, to request that your personal data be rectified or erased, and to request that processing of your personal data be restricted. You also have the right to data portability, and to lodge a complaint with an EU supervisory authority. If you have any questions about our use of your data, you may contact us by email at [insert email address].

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies:

Kyowa Kirin, Inc. does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Kyowa Kirin Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Kyowa Kirin employees or any other company location; Kyowa Kirin, Inc. is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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