Director of Automation Delivery

Job Title:Director of Automation Delivery
Location:Cambridge ON (In-Office)
Position Type:Full-time Regular
Vacancy Status: New Position
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Job Summary

Reporting to the EVP Global Strategy & Technical Operations the Director of Automation Delivery is a newly created roleestablishedto accelerate the implementation of practical scalable automation solutions acrossBimedasNorth American manufacturing network.

Based at the Cambridge Manufacturing site in Ontario Canada the role has been created to lead the rapid deployment of automation technologies that improve manufacturing efficiency operational consistencylabouroptimization safety and production reliability acrossBimedafacilities in Canada and the United States.

This is a highly execution-focused position with direct accountability for automation implementation delivery. During theinitial24-month phase the role willoperatein a highly hands-on capacity leading automation projects from concept through deployment including factory engagement technical requirement capture vendor coordination FAT/SAT execution installation oversight integration support and post-go-live stabilization.

The successful candidate will be expected to work directly with manufacturing teams engineering resources and external automationintegrationpartners to rapidlyidentify prioritize and implement automation opportunities capable of delivering measurable operational and financial benefits.

A key responsibility of the role will beestablishingand managing relationships withboth local automation integrationcompanies andthroughleveragingBimedaslong standingpresence in mainland China accessingTier 1 Chinese automation integrators and equipment suppliersasviablecomparativeoptions to consider. Developing vendor-ready technical documentation and costingmodels andensuring successful delivery and integration of automation systems across multiple manufacturing sites.

The role is expected to evolve significantly as automation capability and project volume expand across the organization. Over time the position has the potential to grow into a broader global automation leadership function with responsibility for building automation standards implementation teams vendor partnerships and long-term automation roadmaps acrossBimedasinternational manufacturing network.

This role requires a leader who combines strong technical and operationalexpertisewith a practical delivery-oriented mindset and a willingness tooperateclose to the factory floor to ensure successful implementationoutcomes.

Role Evolution & Growth Opportunity

This is a newly established position created to build and scaleBimedasmanufacturing automation implementation capability across North America.

Theinitialphase of the role will focus heavily on hands-on execution rapid deployment vendor management and operational integration of automation solutions within manufacturing environments.

As automation programs mature and measurable operational benefits are realized the role is expected to expand in scope leadership responsibility and geographic influence with the potential toestablishbroader global automation standards implementation teams and strategic vendor partnerships across theBimedamanufacturing network.

Role Specific Requirements

Automation Strategy & Standardization

• Capture assess and standardize automation requirements acrossBimedasNorth American manufacturing facilities.
• Develop scalable automation standards templates and implementation frameworks to support long-term operational efficiency.
• Partner with manufacturing engineering quality maintenance and operations teams toidentifyhigh-value automation opportunities.
• Support global manufacturing sites with guidance best practices and technical leadership on automation initiatives.

Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead end-to-end automation implementation projects including concept development budgeting design review procurement installation commissioning FAT SAT and operational handover.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely on time within budget and aligned with operational and regulatory requirements.
• Provide hands-on support during equipment installation startup integration andhypercarephases.
• Establish clear project governance reporting structures and milestone tracking systems.

Vendor Management & Global Sourcing

• Source evaluate qualify and managelocalautomation integrators andTier 1 Chinese automation integrators and equipment manufacturers.
• Develop vendor-ready technical documentation URS packages scope documents and costing models.
• Lead commercial and technical discussions with automation vendors and system integrators.
• Build andmaintainlong-term vendor partnerships and escalation support structures.

Technical & Operational Leadership

• Provide technical oversight for automation system architecture controls integration robotics packaging automation material handling systems and digital manufacturing technologies.
• Collaborate with IT Engineering Validation and Quality teams to ensure successful integration with existing manufacturing systems and infrastructure.
• Support development of standardized controls philosophies and data integration strategies across facilities.
• Drive continuous improvement through automation optimization performance monitoring and lessons learned.

Compliance Safety & Quality

• Ensure all automation systems and implementationscomply withapplicable GMP FDA Health Canada safety and environmental requirements.
• Support commissioning qualification validation and documentation activities associated with automation deployments.
• Promote a culture of safety quality compliance and operational excellence across all project activities
  

Competencies required for the role

RESULTS ORIENTEDThe ability to focus on the desired result of ones own departments work setting challenging goals focusing on the goals and meeting or exceeding them.

ANALYTICAL THINKING / PROBLEM SOLVINGThe ability toidentifythe information needed to clarify a situation seek that information from varioussourcesand then tackle a problem by using a logical systematic sequential approach. Ability toidentifyand separate the key components of problems and situations. Ability to interpret information from a range of sources to spot patterns and trends in information and to deduce cause and effect.

PROCESS IMPROVEMENTInvolves the business practice of identifyinganalysing and improving existing processes tooptimizeperformance.

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATIONThe ability to convey information effectively and efficiently to listen andfacilitatesharing of information between people. Ability to express oneself clearly in conversations and business writing whiledemonstratingrespect and professionalism.

FOSTERING COLLABORATION / TEAMWORKThe ability to work jointly with others toward shared goals building partnerships and fostering cooperation across global and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Automation Mechatronics Manufacturing Engineering Industrial Engineering or related discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum10 years of experience leading industrial automation manufacturing engineering or capital project implementations within pharmaceutical biologics food or highly regulated manufacturing industries.
• Demonstrated success implementing automation solutions across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Strong understanding of robotics PLCs SCADA systems vision systems automated packaging and material handling technologies.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience developing project cost models ROI analyses and vendor negotiations.
• Experience managing FAT SAT commissioning qualification and post-implementation support activities.
• Ability to travel throughout North America and internationally as.
• Strong understanding of GMP FDA Health Canada and industrial safety standards.
• Proven leadership capability in fast-paced cross-functional manufacturing environments.
• Conforms to all principles of cGMP and all relevant departmental and company standard operating procedures.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Competitive vacation policy effective upon hire.
• 5 paid personal care days.
• Employee Assistance Program.
  
• Expected Salary Range: $130000 - $160000 per year.
  

About Bimeda

Bimeda is a leading global innovator manufacturer and marketer of veterinary pharmaceuticals and animal health products and has over half a centurys experience in providing science-driven solutions to optimize the health wellbeing and productivity of the worlds animals.

Bimedas global innovation program sees eight state-of-the art R&D centers across four continents collaborate on an enviable product development pipeline which anticipates the ever-evolving needs of the animal health industry.

Bimedas nine manufacturing facilities across seven countries allow the company to manufacture a broad range of preventative curative and nutritional products including sterile injectables vaccinations nutritional boluses feed additives tablets water-soluble powders pastes and non-sterile liquids.

Globally the company focuses on the development manufacture and commercialization of quality Bimeda-branded products while also being the partner of choice for contract manufacturing and R&D services for prominent companies within the animal health industry.

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Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
At Bimeda we are committed to fostering an inclusive barrier-free and accessible environment. Part of this commitment includes arranging accommodations to ensure an equitable opportunity to participate in the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation we will work with you to meet your needs.We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We are an equal-opportunity employer and assess candidates based on skills and experience. Recruitment records are retained in accordance with Ontario law.

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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 130000 - 160000