Ais Applications Lead

Company description: WuXi Biologics is a world-class biologics services provider (from discovery, through to commercialisation) with global clients in the biopharmaceutical and healthcare industries.
Our mission is to accelerate and transform discovery, development and manufacturing in the fast growing field of biologics to benefit patients worldwide.
The company has sites/offices in China, US, EU, Asia and Israel.
The company currently employs over 5,000 employees worldwide, and are providing services to over 200+ clients globally, including 13 of the top 20 biopharmaceutical companies.
Job description: As an AIS Applications Lead you will be responsible for effectively managing and leading the IS Applications, Analytics and Laboratory IT support teams, supporting site operations and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
The AIS Applications Lead will champion the use of data and information, play a key role identifying where, when, how and why the business uses data, and transform it into information that serves each function at the site.
This role will report to the Automation Lead Associate Director Essential Duties and Responsibilities Lead and provide technical guidance to the IS Applications support team and the Laboratory IT support team, ensuring the necessary resources and skill sets are available and developed to meet current and future business needs Develop IS strategies, plan and execute system roadmaps and support new technology deployment Increase and maintain site Historian data collection to support existing manufacturing areas and new projects.
Deliver and present analytics / reports for key stakeholders across the site to drive decision making - champion the use of data and information evolving WuXi Dundalk into a true data-driven organization Responsible for determining the sites data related needs and developing proposed solutions.
Responsible for the maintenance, administration, compliance and availability of the application systems and Laboratory IT systems.
Management of 3rd party suppliers/contractors/Systems integrators as required Technical solution design and evaluation, delivery, commissioning and validation, schedule tracking, budget management for sustaining initiatives Evolution and continuous improvement of work processes to ensure consistency, efficiency and quality, employing LEAN practices as appropriate Definition and maintenance of clear metrics to demonstrate team performance and service delivery Ensure appropriate and timely escalation of issues and risks Ensuring alignment of solutions with WuXi and industry standards and regulations as they pertain to systems and system architectures Active member of the AIS management team, contributing to and supporting the overall AIS strategy and functional deliverables Perform all tasks with due care and attention and in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices and WuXi requirements, policies and procedures Be a champion for safe working practices and safety initiatives within their functional area and beyond Travel at various times is anticipated to support AIS and Operations network alignment, knowledge share and projects.
Will be flexible to take on additional tasks and responsibilities at the discretion of the Site Lead and Vice President (or whoever the manager is.) Will act as a role model for the Engineering function and also the wider organisation in adherence to the WuXi corporate core values and PROUD culture.
Person Specification Technical Competencies Strong knowledge of databases, reporting and analytic systems and Information Systems supporting manufacturing business unit is a plus.
Ability to apply analytical skills to evaluate and interpret complex problems using multiple sources of information.
Experience Strong level of demonstrated experience in operations/manufacturing environment leading teams Experience in the delivery and management of GMP AIS Application systems such as OSI Pi Historian, TrackWise, Maximo, Document Management Systems etc. and GMP Laboratory IT Systems such as Empower CDS, LMES, Sample Manager LIMS, Laboratory Analytical Equipment and instruments will be an advantage.
Experience dealing with a large portfolio of systems, projects and initiatives in the areas of Information Systems and Operations.
Experience and ability to constructively challenge and present technical aspects of system design Qualifications Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, Biotech Engineering or related computer science engineering is ideal Behavioural Competencies Strong communication and presentation skills.
Excellent organisation skills with ability to manage own work.
Must be able to work with a variety of teams, made up of both technical and non-technical personnel.
Coaching and facilitation skills An ability to work through peers and across organizational boundaries and influence at all levels in the business As we extend our global reach, we need colleagues interested in change, in challenge, and in building a new future together.
Reach beyond yourself and discover your true potential
If you can thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and feel that the moment has come for you to be part of such an exciting journey towards accomplishing our mission - Any drug can be made, and any disease can be treated - dont miss out on this opportunity to join us and reach beyond yourself and discover your true potential.
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