Automation Project Manager

at  Catalyx

Catalyx is seeking an Automation Project Manager to join our team and represent Catalyx on our customer site in Athlone.

WHO WE ARE:

Catalyx specializes in the science of operational processes. With a footprint across North America and Europe, the company carefully automates and services RD, production, packaging, and delivery processes—globally—with a sophisticated blend of products, technologies, and lifecycle services. The company was formed in 2022 after CXV Global (Crest Solutions, Xyntek, and VistaLink) and Panacea Technologies joined forces. For over three decades, Catalyx’s partnership-based culture has helped organizations in production-intense, highly regulated industries optimize their operational efficiency, performance, and safety. To learn more about the company’s experience and comprehensive suite of capabilities and solutions, visit www.catalyx.ai.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience as a Project Manager, preferably within IT OT in projects in the OSD Pharmaceutical Industry.
• Experience with IT OT implementations and infrastructure, preferably in production areas.
• Experience from a large global company and ability to work effectively with different cultures.
• Managed vendor stakeholder setup.
• Proficiency in relevant automation technologies and software platforms S95 Level 3.
• Deep knowledge of automation applications with successful development and deployment experience.
• Deep knowledge and experience in one or more fields of automation including material handling, tracking, and movement (vision guided vehicles, autonomous mobile robots, RFIDs).

THE ROLE:

Catalyx is a trusted partner in delivering world-class lifecycle services to regulated and high-risk end markets. With a relentless commitment to innovation and excellence, we partner with life science and other highly regulated organisations, to empower them to enhance efficiency, and drive success. As part of this commitment, we are continuously developing our on-site teams to support the advancement of customer operations.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing complex automation projects within a manufacturing environment and be adept at integrating IT and OT systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and manage large Capital automation projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives and operational requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the process design team to enhance design for manufacturability and design for automation.
• Work closely with the IT team to ensure Automation Architecture and design is cyber secure and that the OT layer integrates well with the IT layer of ISA-95 architecture.
• Communicate effectively with teams and within the management structure to facilitate workflow and resolve project barriers and issues.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts with a focus on Automation Systems Integrators and OEM suppliers in Europe.
• Provide technical oversight of all automation project phases, including design, development, validation, testing, commissioning, and implementation.
• Ensure compliance with practices, policies, procedures, legal requirements, and goals of project sponsors. Develop supporting documentation and monitor budget tracking, timeliness, and scheduled resources.
• Manage, lead, and motivate a multi-skilled Automation Team in an empowered team-based environment, ensuring full engagement of team members.
• Closely manage the interface with Manufacturing / Technical Operations including automation effect on plant / process performance, change control handoffs, and project planning.
• Direct project execution by assigning tasks, tracking project schedules, identifying risks, and developing and executing contingency plans.
• Communicate project status by preparing standard status reports and by participating in departmental and customer project status update meetings.
• Resolve project/system issues by working with team members, project customers, and others as appropriate.
• Consult with internal project groups by sharing project management knowledge and assisting or mentoring more junior project leaders in project management processes and techniques.
• Interact with internal and external customers, by meeting regularly, responding to requests, and explaining procedures.