About this role
Automation Strategy & Architecture
- Define and implement standardized automation architecture across the facility, including PLC platforms, I/O configurations, communication protocols (e.g., OPC UA, Modbus, Ethernet/IP), and software frameworks.
- Lead the integration of equipment and systems into centralized SCADA/DCS platforms ensuring interoperability and scalability.
- Develop and enforce automation standards for new equipment and systems to ensure consistency and future-proofing.
Vendor Identification & Management
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard automation vendors and system integrators aligned with project goals and compliance requirements.
- Drive technical discussions with vendors to ensure alignment with centralized architecture and integration capabilities.
- Manage vendor performance during design, commissioning, and qualification phases.
Touchless Operations & Robotics
- Champion the implementation of touchless operations through robotics, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and smart sensors.
- Lead automation initiatives in pharmaceutical manufacturing and packaging areas to reduce manual interventions and enhance compliance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate robotics with MES, SCADA, and ERP systems.
URS & Equipment Integration
- Draft and review User Requirement Specifications (URS) with a focus on automation readiness and centralized system integration.
- Ensure all new equipment is compatible with the facility’s automation standards and digital infrastructure complying all International Automation Standards.
- Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to validate integration plans and execution.
Data Management & Analytics
- Establish data acquisition and historian systems for real-time monitoring and analytics.
- Develop dashboards and reporting tools to visualize equipment performance, process KPIs, and compliance metrics n Jointly with Data Scientist and Lead Industry 4.0.
- Utilize analytics to drive predictive maintenance, process optimization, and decision-making.
Installation, Commissioning & Qualification
- Oversee installation, commissioning, and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) of automation systems and integrated equipment.
- Ensure all activities are executed within project timelines, budget, and regulatory frameworks.
Compliance & Documentation
- Ensure automation systems comply with USFDA, EU GMP, and ISO standards.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation including validation protocols, SOPs, and audit trails.
- Conduct periodic reviews and audits to ensure system reliability and data integrity.
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies in automation, robotics, and pharma manufacturing.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and digital maturity.
- Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration across teams.
Amneal is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on caste, religion, gender, disability, or any other legally protected status. We believe in fostering a workplace that values diversity and inclusion.
Other facts
About Amneal
Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMRX) is guided by a simple belief: essential medicines should be accessible to everyone. What began as a promise to deliver high-quality, affordable medicines has evolved into a diversified portfolio spanning complex generics and injectables, biosimilars, and specialty medicines, including more than 290 products, with scale and capabilities that help reach patients across the healthcare system while combining world-class precision with a deep sense of personal responsibility for every dose we deliver.
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What you'll do
- Define and implement standardized automation architecture across the facility and lead the integration of equipment and systems into centralized platforms. Oversee installation, commissioning, and qualification of automation systems while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
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