IT System Specialist

IT System Specialist

Do you want to be part of the central program supporting Manufacturing Execution solutions at Novo Nordisk? Would you like to empower shopfloor value with new, long-term automation technologies? Would you like to deploy the MES system and set directions for harmonized and standardized solutions for the future? 

Sounds like an exciting opportunity? Then reach out to find out more! 

About this role 

As an IT System Specialist in the MES Centre of Excellence (CoE), you will play a key role in improving the efficiency of all manufacturing-related processes globally and be at the center of transformation activities. You can, therefore, look forward to a dynamic project-oriented community working in an international environment with colleagues from all over the world supporting both our local and global sites.  

As part of the System Operations Team in the MES CoE, you will report to the System Operations Manager. You will be part of a team of other specialists, responsible for operations and maintenance of the NN PAS-X system, services and supporting infrastructure. In this role you will own and drive communication in an assigned area covering multiple production sites globally, participating proactively in Installation and Upgrade planning, and more. 

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Own and drive communication proactively with partners both internally and across multiple production sites  
• Own and drive installation/upgrades by executing runbook steps with vendors and partners 
• Escalate missing deliverables from vendors/partners to MES CoE Release Manager, and manage/communicate risks effectively 
• Own and drive ad-hoc tasks (i.e analysis, scripting, coordination etc)  
• Own and drive knowledge sharing across System Operations team from installation / Upgrades  
• Escalate runbook execution findings and align resolutions with MES CoE Solution Architect  

To be successful in this role, we require the following: 

• Have an academic degree within a relevant discipline e.g. IT, business, economics, or equivalent.  
• Have proven success in a similar position for at least two years - working with installation and qualification in IT operations 
• Ability to navigate and manage responsibilities in a critical and complex environment, including the skillset to understand the criticality, and independently prioritise and take action 
• Effective communication (English is required) and ability to collaborate easily with partners, Line of Business, and others 
• At least 2 years working with GxP IT system validation or a similar regulated production environment 

Preferred experience/knowledge: 

• Have a solid knowledge of deploying PAS-X or another MES System 

What workplace are you joining? 

Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company headquartered in Denmark. For almost 100 years, we have been driving change to defeat diabetes and other serious chronic diseases. As a result, our treatments today benefit millions of people living with diabetes, obesity, and rare blood and endocrine diseases. We are proud of that. 

We would not be where we are without our great people too, and we are proud to employ more than 50,000 bright and diverse minds in 80 offices worldwide. With us, your bright mind and commitment will help us change lives for people worldwide. In exchange, we offer you a seat in a rewarding and purpose-driven culture where your professional and personal development is high on our agenda. That said, opportunities are many in Novo Nordisk. 

Contact 

For further information, contact Stef Fleet, People Leader STFX@novonordisk.com, +4534486587 

Deadline for applying 

16 January 2025 

We are accepting CVs and conducting interviews on an ongoing basis, please be sure to submit your application as soon as possible. To ensure a fair and equal recruitment process, please refrain from adding a picture in your CV. 

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. 

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.