Head of Automation, Digital and Data Science (f/m/d)

Description

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Head of Automation, Digital and Data Science (f / m / d)

You are leading the dynamic Automation, Digital, and Data Science team at our largest manufacturing site in the Small Molecules and Oncology Operating Unit.

In this position you will be a mentor and technical coach leading strategic transformation projects for the site. Therefore, your role is of significant importance and has high visibility within the Takeda network.

Your main responsibilities :

Implementation of global automation standards including the development of site-specific automation concepts and solutions.

Development of project plans, URS, FRS, and commissioning documents for new automated systems.

Develop strategic initiatives and present best practices and key industry trends, including developing and delivering new and unique approaches to automation and digital.

Develop, automate, and validate data management processes.

Create support and maintain BI system and its infrastructure

Responsibility for the optimization, standardization, and upgrade of existing automation technology and process control.

Ensuring availability and a target-oriented flow of systems and processes.

Responsible for the implementation and administration of the access and virus protection, including back-up and disaster recovery plans for the industrial automation systems.

Your profile :

Proven successful deployment of automation and digital projects such as AGV, MES, Track & Trace, equipment integration, computer vision, data automation (ETL), and implementation of BI systems

Degree in automation engineering, electrical engineering, or technically comparable studies.

Relevant professional experience in electrical engineering and automation.

Sound knowledge of process control systems and automation systems.

Significant knowledge and experience in PLC and SCADA systems, network solutions and virtual environment.

Fluent programming skills such as Python, SQL, and familiarity with data analysis and statistics.

Sound experience in project management and in dealing with project planning methods and tools.

Experience in defining, implementing, and managing work structures for the automation department.

Leadership skills, a high sense of responsibility and strong communication skills, assertiveness, and team spirit.

Fluent in English.

In this position you will report to the Site Engineering Head.

Your benefits :

Attractive and competitive salary

Open-minded and modern working environment

30 vacation days

Company pension plan

Further education and training

Commuting allowance

Attractive Relocation Package including brokerage fees

Subsidized canteen

Subsidized sports programs

Disability insurance

Long-term account with various possible uses

Employee discounts

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Company accident insurance

Performance-related bonus

Trusted working hours

Employee Referral Program

Deferred compensation as desired

Global Wellbeing Program

Interactive online courses for employees' children

Parent Child Office

Employee Recognition Program

About Us :

Takeda is a global, values-based, R&D-driven biopharmaceutical leader headquartered in Japan, committed to discover and deliver life-transforming treatments, guided by our commitment to patients, our people, and the planet.

The Oranienburg manufacturing site in the Berlin-Brandenburg metropolitan region is the Takeda site with the most employees for the production of solid dosage forms (capsules and tablets).

The site also houses a pilot production facility for clinical development projects. Pharmaceutical manufacturing in Oranienburg can look back on a tradition of more than 135 years.

Today, we supply over 65 countries with high-quality medicines from Oranienburg. Takeda Oranienburg is a regionally significant employer and has been awarded the independent Top Employer certificate several years in a row.

The site is characterized by its long company history and excellent opportunities for further development.

How we will support you :

Takeda is proud of its commitment to create a diverse workforce and to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are living with disabilities, chronic illness, or neurodiversity, please feel free to let us know so that we can provide you with appropriate support during the application process.

Locations

Oranienburg, Germany

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time