Global Automation Lead
The Global Head of Digital Manufacturing and Quality Control is accountable for defining and executing the enterprise strategy for GxP manufacturing and laboratory digital systems, including PAS, MES, OSI PI, and LIMS platforms. This role provides global lifecycle ownership, governance, and standards for platforms, data, and recipes across manufacturing and QC laboratories, ensuring harmonized, compliant, and future-ready operations. Acting as a Center of Excellence, the position establishes digital roadmaps, oversees Tier 1 project delivery and Tier 2/3 governance, and drives strategic partnerships with suppliers and platform providers. The role interfaces broadly across I&T, Operations, Technical Operations, Quality, and Data Analytics to enable an integrated, data-driven, and innovation-oriented digital ecosystem.
Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities: List the roles and responsibilities of the position
1
Digital Manufacturing & QC Strategy and Roadmap (Operational Technology Domain)
Define and execute the global Operational Technology (OT) strategy and roadmap for manufacturing and QC systems, ensuring alignment with I&T and business strategies.
Advance paperless, recipe-driven, and data-integrated execution aligned to ISA-88/95 and Pharma 4.0 principles.
Prioritize OT initiatives that enhance productivity, regulatory compliance, and manufacturing reliability.
Communicate OT strategy, value realization, and roadmap progress to executive and site leadership.
2
Enterprise OT Platform Lifecycle Ownership (DCS, MES, OSI PI, LIMS)
Provide lifecycle ownership for Enterprise GxP manufacturing and lab OT platforms including OSI Pi, LIMS, Enterprise MES, Edge, Configuration management, and other enterprise tools
Provider governance and decisioning on Automation Systems (DCS/SCADA), MES, etc.
Ensure platforms meet operational, compliance, and performance standards across global sites.
Drive harmonization and modernization of Enterprise OT platforms and support the roadmap for site integrations.
3
OT Governance, Compliance, and Architecture Leadership
Lead enterprise OT governance structures (Design Authority, Standards Council, etc.).
Define global OT standards for configuration, recipes, data, and cybersecurity in alignment with I&T, C&Q/CSV, GAMP 5 and GxP requirements.
Maintain validated, secure, and interoperable architectures between plant-level systems and enterprise data layers.
Ensure OT environments adhere to 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and digital validation best practices.
4
OT Technology Deployment and Capital Project Oversight
Accountable for Tier 1 capital project delivery for manufacturing and QC digital platforms.
Govern Tier 2/3 site projects to ensure adherence to global OT standards, validation, and cybersecurity requirements.
Manage readiness, commissioning, and hypercare for OT systems introduced via T1 capital or digital programs.
5
Organization / Center of Excellence Leadership and Team Development
Lead the global OT organization encompassing Lab Systems, Data Systems, Recipe Standards, and Innovation & Partner Enablement.
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Operate as the OT Center of Excellence (CoE), defining best practices, playbooks, and training for site automation and lab teams.
Build global OT capabilities, talent pipelines, and competency frameworks.
Manage OT budgets (opex/capex) and resource allocation to maximize enterprise value.
Place a high priority on developing others through coaching, feedback, and developmental goals.
Provide a positive and equitable working environment, emphasizing values such as Customer Focus, Innovation, Integrity, Collaboration, and Superior Performance.
6
Strategic OT Supplier and Platform Partnerships
Develop and manage strategic partnerships with automation, MES, historian, and lab system platform provider (e.g., Siemens, Jag, Starlims, Aveeva (OSI) Pi).
Develop and manage strategic partnerships with integrator partners (Mescada, CapG, Avacone, Cognizant, etc.)
Align supplier roadmaps to OT strategy and ensure service excellence, cost optimization, and innovation delivery.
Establish joint governance with system integrators (SIs) and solution providers for lifecycle performance.
Leverage partner ecosystems to advance automation, edge computing, and digital manufacturing maturity.
7
Cross-Functional Collaboration and Operational Influence
Collaborate closely with I&T, Operations, Technical Operations, Quality, Validation, and Data Analytics while retaining ownership of the OT domain.
Ensure seamless data and integration flows between OT systems, enterprise layers, and cloud solutions under validated control.
Influence global and site leaders to adopt standardized OT processes, architectures, and governance.
Represent OT in enterprise risk, cybersecurity, and digital transformation forums.
8
Innovation and Emerging OT Technologies Enablement
Identify and pilot emerging OT and industrial digital technologies (AI/ML at the edge, digital twins, composable MES, Cloud, etc.).
Translate pilots into validated, scalable solutions that enhance reliability, compliance, and improve business outcomes.
Embed advanced analytics and closed-loop process optimization into OT platforms.
Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across the OT ecosystem.
Position Qualifications and Experience Requirements: Provide hiring requirements for the specified position, including educational, experiential, and competency requirements necessary for the position.
Education
Bachelor of Science in an Engineering, Automation, Computer Science or local equivalent.
Experience
15+ years' work experience, with at least 5 years' experience in execution systems, operational technology, IT and operations
Specific experience in process automation, MES and batch manufacturing industry standards (ISA S88 &S95)
Direct experience designing, building, deploying and supporting automation and execution systems (SCADA, DCS, MES, PAT, LIMS, Digital Methods, OSI Pi Data historian, etc.) in a regulated large-scale process-based manufacturing environment.
Experience in running site-based shop floor and laboratory systems in a globally distributed footprint is highly desirable
A proven track record of influencing the industry on operational technology via publications and presentations is strongly preferred.
Experience building, managing, and deploying high performing, innovative and transformational process automation / execution systems across a global organization.
Demonstrated ability to influence at all organizational levels through clear, concise and impactful verbal and written communication skills
Ability to build, mentor and grow a high performing and cohesive team
Experience in Process Excellence methodology is desirable but not required.
Ability to work across a range of countries and cultures
Demonstrated experience in managing leaders, employees, and cross-functional project teams.
Strong project management skills and experience in engineering projects within biopharma manufacturing.
Functional knowledge of cGMPs and manufacturing operations in FDA-regulated facilities.
Competencies
Automation & Execution Systems Expertise
Project Management
Regulatory Compliance
Team Leadership & Development
Strategic Planning
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
Stakeholder Engagement
Strategic innovation
Delivering Enterprise Results and Value Orientation
About CSL Behring
CSL Behring is a global biotherapeutics leader driven by our promise to save lives. Focused on serving patients' needs by using the latest technologies, we discover, develop and deliver innovative therapies for people living with conditions in the immunology, hematology, cardiovascular and metabolic, respiratory, and transplant therapeutic areas. We use three strategic scientific platforms of plasma fractionation, recombinant protein technology, and cell and gene therapy to support continued innovation and continually refine ways in which products can address unmet medical needs and help patients lead full lives.
CSL Behring operates one of the world's largest plasma collection networks, CSL Plasma. Our parent company, CSL, headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, employs 32,000 people, and delivers its lifesaving therapies to people in more than 100 countries.
To learn more about CSL, CSL Behring, CSL Seqirus and CSL Vifor visit https://www.csl.com/ and CSL Plasma at https://www.cslplasma.com/.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA
- Mental Health Benefits
Parental Benefits
- Adoption Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Volunteer Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Stock Purchase Program
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
Diversity and Inclusion