Digital Manufacturing Operations Architect / Program Manager

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand operational technology and information technology requirements across manufacturing sites.
• Evaluate and prioritize digital solution opportunities in partnership with engineering, automation, and process stakeholders.
• Lead the planning, scoping, and program management for implementing new OT/IT systems and IoT capabilities through the project management office.
• Manage the execution of digital manufacturing programs to meet quality, cost, timeline, and regulatory adherence targets.
• Facilitate education and ensure compliance of new digital systems across the organization.
• Drive global standardization of digital manufacturing technologies where appropriate.
• Assess digital maturity of sites and develop roadmaps for continuous improvement.
• Cultivate partnerships with vendors, industry groups, and research bodies to advance digital capabilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Manufacturing/Automation Technology or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in a manufacturing operations environment, with expertise in automation, industrial IT systems, and OT/IT integration.
• Proven success leading complex, global OT/IT program deployments in matrix environments.
• Extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes, technologies, and systems like MES, PLC, IIoT, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams from operations, engineering, IT, and data science.
• Solid program/project management expertise, preferably with lean, agile, or six sigma methodologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform well under pressure.
• Passion for digital innovation and manufacturing excellence.
• Up to 20% travel required.

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