Sr. Process Automation Eng

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Corden Pharma provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to , , , , , , status, genetics, protected veteran status, , or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Corden Pharma embraces fair hiring practices.

CordenPharma is a leading full-service contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, and pharmaceuticals Drug Products (DP) and packaging capabilities with > 2,600 employees across the world. Our services enable pharmaceutical and biotech companies to manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal of improving people’s lives.

Our network in Europe and the U.S. offers flexible and specialized solutions across five technology platforms: Peptides, Lipids, & Carbohydrates; Injectables; Highly Potent & Oncology; and Small Molecules. We strive for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to providing the highest quality products for the well-being of patients.

SUMMARY

The Corden Pharma Automation & Information Technology (IT) Department provides support for IT automated operations used by our multi-site business customers. Repeatable Automation/IT services are designed and built to reduce costs and cycle times, eliminate failures, meet regulatory requirements, and improve customer satisfaction.

As a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturer, Corden Pharma automation/IT services must align with FDA and EMEA regulatory standards; and be tailored to meet specific internal and/or client contract requirements.

Standard automation/IT services include, but are not limited to, operations for communications, networks, data centers, enterprise systems and application support, help desk and end user services, application development, end user device management, asset management, patch management, release management, desktop management, and server/storage management.

As such, Corden Pharma Automation/IT Professionals are responsible for the direction, definition, design, development/application, integration, deployment, documentation, and operational consulting support of Corden Pharma Systems software, and equipment used in control systems, manufacturing information systems, lab systems, and business systems.

Serves as the department subject matter expert (SME) and support Corden Pharma’s process control systems. Additionally, this individual will be responsible to lead and execute small automation and control system projects. This role will:

• Perform process automation preventative maintenance tasks
• Identify and implement control system changes which improve the safety and efficiency of Corden Pharma plant operations
• Lead the delivery of process automation training to operations personnel
• Assist our customers with integrated IT/automation services that ensure proprietary and confidential data are protected per mandated regulatory standards and established customer agreements

Projects will include industrial life sciences equipment installations, commissioning, maintenance, plant troubleshooting, and programming.

Primary responsibilities will be to serve as the SME regarding technical issues; attend and participate in customer meetings; support the management of project research and development efforts; and mentor/develop our department technical resources as applicable.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Demonstrate self-directed learning and initiative supporting multiple projects and priorities
• Serve as a department SME, maintaining a thorough working knowledge of Corden Pharma process automation systems, and the control applications that are in use to support these systems
• Interact and collaborate with management and staff within the department to achieve department project goals
• Follow up with customers to ensure issues are resolved to the customer’s satisfaction. Provide technical assistance and support to queries either in person or over the phone. Where applicable, ask pertinent questions to determine nature of problem to walk customers through a defined and scientific problem-solving process
• Lead the development of applicable procedures, training, and documentation per company, client, and regulatory specifications
• Train users on the specifics of Corden Pharma automation/IT systems
• Maintain daily performance support of Corden Pharma automation/IT systems. Maintain computer source images and drivers. Run diagnostic programs to resolve problems
• Resolve technical problems with Corden Pharma Automation Local Area Networks (LAN) and other process control infrastructures/systems
• Lead the implementation of changes to the process control system and process control applications ensuring compliance of the process automation change control system
• Provide system maintenance and troubleshooting, including preventative maintenance tasks. Responsible for supporting plant coverage to ensure process control systems operate essentially with no downtime
• Lead the validation of new control applications and maintenance of process controls systems in a validated state
• Identifies process control system improvements to improve system performance while adhering to established standards
• Supports the review of user requirements while leading the development of automation plans for small projects. Assists management where applicable in the development of automation plans for larger projects

LEADERSHIP & BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

While this role has no direct supervisory responsibilities, the individual will be considered a critical SME for the department and lead by example.

Role expectations include demonstrating a positive attitude that supports a positive, healthy, and flexible work environment, and provides peer mentorship for department staff.

SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Every individual is personally responsible for the safety and environmental aspects of his or her activities in the workplace. Each employee is expected to perform their job duties in a safe manner utilizing all their knowledge, training, ability, and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, while proficiently demonstrating the Core Competencies listed below.

The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The individual must demonstrate a business working knowledge of the following:

• PLC programming (i.e., Allen Bradley)
• HMI development and programming
• Automation communication protocols and radio communications
• Automated valve sizing and management
• Ability to interpret electrical and process instrumentation drawings (P&IDs)
• Understanding of Modbus protocol

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Distributed control system training and programming experience is desired for this position.

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and 5 years’ experience in a Manufacturing environment, or equivalent of education and experience.

As applicable, Corden Pharma internal candidates will have demonstrated repeated success in the role and/or equivalent as a Corden Pharma IT Automation Engineer to be considered for this role.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Industrial System Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related technical discipline; and demonstrate 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing Automation environment, or equivalent combination of education and previous work experience.

SKILLS

Ability to read and understand common information technology technical literature. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with peers, customers, and management.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply problem solving and best judgement to assigned tasks.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; work with hands; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, reach above shoulder height, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles and low levels of toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, and risk of electric shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

CORE COMPETENCIES

These are the specific areas of knowledge, skill and ability that are important for successful job performance. They must be job related and consistent with business necessity.

• Knowledge and ability applying scientific problem-solving methods, as demonstrated with schoolwork performance AND work experience
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, Visual Basic, SQL scripting
• Strong knowledge of computer systems (software and hardware)
• Basic Active Directory administration experience
• Familiarity with virtualization software, i.e., VMWare
• Server/desktop/laptop image development and management
• Knowledge and experience with Windows XP/Windows 7/Windows 10
• Networked client-server environment experience (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.)
• Analytical and troubleshooting skills including strong math, reading, and comprehension abilities
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and base knowledge of chemistry, chemical processing theories, application, equipment, and plant operations
• Demonstrated experience as a system/application subject matter expert (SME) for at least one critical automation system
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while being flexible to changing work schedules
• Excellent customer service and verbal/written communication skills
• Lead by example as a team player who can multi-task
• Demonstrate project management skills
• Willingness to learn and help others learn new technologies

SALARY

Actual pay will be based on your skills and experience.

BENEFITS

• 401(k) matching - Corden Pharma will contribute 100% of the first 6% - 100% vested after 2 years of service
• Accident Plan
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance PPO/HSA
• Hospital Indemnity Plan
• ID Theft Protection
• Life Insurance
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• Vacation – Three Weeks 1st Year
• Vision Insurance

This Posting has been extended to March 31, 2025