Global Lead of Automation

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Job Function:
Strategy & Corporate Development

Job Sub Function:
Digital Strategy & Deployment

Job Category:
People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:
Zug, Switzerland

Job Description:

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Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a Global Lead of Automation, based in a J&J manufacturing site in Athens GA, Gurabo PR, Cork IR, Leiden NL, Beerse/Geel BE, Schaffhausen CH, or Latina IT.  This position is required to be on site 3 days per week.

Position Summary:

The Global Lead of Automation is a critical leadership role responsible for transforming the organization’s automation capabilities, infrastructure, and skills to a new level of excellence.

The role requires a strategic thinker who can move the needle in areas such as Process Control, robotics, and intelligent automation to drive operational efficiency and innovation.

Key Responsibilities: 


* Develop and execute a comprehensive automation strategy that aligns with the company’s overall business objectives and drives competitive advantage in the marketplace. 


* Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in automation practices, ensuring alignment with emerging technologies and industry trends.


* Champion the development and implementation of advanced Manufacturing Process Control Systems and other automation tools to streamline processes and enhance productivity, adaptability and agility. 


* Establish standardized solutions and governance frameworks across all global sites to ensure consistency, efficiency, effectiveness and compliance across all nodes, in line with site and Supply Chain strategies 


* Lead and oversee the implementation of the Assets Management Framework and maturity roadmaps for automation.


* Lead the transformation of automation skills and infrastructure, enhancing the organization’s ability to leverage advanced technologies, including AI, machine learning, and IoT, to optimize operations. 


* Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of a...