Senior Manager, IT & Automation - Chemical API Development and Production (Petersburg, VA)

About the Role
Location: Petersburg, VA, US (on-site) Lead IT/OT systems staff for automation, infrastructure, security, networking, and compliance in a pharmaceutical/chemical manufacturing environment Champion cGMP compliance and regulatory requirements (GAMP5, 21CFR11) Coach and mentor direct reports and develop a high-performing cross-functional IT/OT team
Essential Functions
Develop strategic direction for IT/OT assets, monitoring advancements in the industry Ensure IT/OT systems available, capable, and accessible to meet production requirements Build and develop a strong, high performing cross-functional team Manage departmental training, development, coaching, performance, and recruitment Collaborate with Site Leadership on workload solutions and IT/OT resource prioritization
Qualifications
Bachelors in Engineering, Computer Science, or applicable technical degree required 7+ years IT/OT systems management, automation, or security experience 3+ years supervisory/team leadership experience required GAMP5, 21CFR11 compliance experience required Pharma/chemical manufacturing background preferred Knowledge of MES, SQL, Oracle a plus