Site Automation Lead

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Job Function:

Job Sub Function:

• BSc degree in Engineering, Science or related technical field or a related field with 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, biopharmaceutical OR an advanced degree MSc/MBA/Ph.D. or equivalent with 8+ years.
• 4+ years of leadership and delivery experience AND 4+ years of proven experience within a pharmaceutical or GMP regulated manufacturing environment in automation or IT role.

Role requirements:

• Proven ability to lead technical teams, manage competing priorities, and consistently deliver results in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.

• Strong knowledge of cGMP in FDA-regulated environments, including validation practices (FAT, SAT, IO/PQ) and GAMP principles.
• Solid understanding of engineering documentation and compliance requirements for execution systems.

• Deep technical expertise in ISA-95 Level 1–3 systems (e.g., DeltaV, PLCs, MES PAS-X, OSI PI, infrastructure).
• Good understanding of Level 4 systems (ERP, Quality, Data platforms) and their integration.
• Strong grounding in ISA-95 and ISA-88 standards and their application in a global supply chain context.

• Demonstrated strategic thinking with experience in project and financial management.
• Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions and drive value realization.

• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across a matrix organization and lead change.

• Fluent in English; Dutch is a plus.

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Johnson & Johnson is currently seeking a Site Automation Lead to join our Global Engineering & Technology organization located at the manufacturing site in Leiden, The Netherlands.
 

You lead the site’s automation organization, owning the lifecycle of ISA‑95 Level 1–2 and selected Level 3 systems, ensuring compliance, reliability, and performance in a regulated environment. As part of the GET Leiden Leadership Team, you define and execute the automation strategy, translating business priorities into scalable, value‑driven solutions.
 

You drive automation delivery and system reliability while leading a high‑performing team and partnering across Operations, Quality, MSAT, Engineering, and IT/Digital to advance innovation, compliance, and operational excellence.
 

This role requires a strong people leader and change agent who can influence across a matrix and lead digital transformation.