System Manager - PLC

Are you eager to implement and maintain automation solutions in large-scale API production? Would you like to work in one of the best IT and Automation organizations in the pharmaceutical industry? Apply now for a life-changing career as System Manager working with PLCs and instruments! 

You have an unparalleled opportunity to join us from the early stages of building a new manufacturing site. Come and be part of our international team. 

The position 

As an System Manager, PLC , you will secure the implementation of Siemens PLC systems and later be part of the maintenance organization, and we are therefore looking for someone with a desire to achieve strong systems knowledge. In this position it is important to keep an operational mindset while securing the delivery of the PLC systems.  

As an System Manager PLC at Novo Nordisk, you will:  

• be responsible for supervising the day-to-day usage, operation, and maintenance of the system and / or services. The role also provides user training and support as needed and provides a single point of contact, liaison and escalation for all system and service-related matters. 
• be responsible for managing the expectations of LoB, customers and users concerning the use of the systems, ensuring the most appropriate levels of service are supplied to meet future business needs, and interacting with regulatory authorities for audits and inspections e.g. FDA. 
• be responsible for assisting the service provider in ensuring that existing services meet their service targets, that planned new services meet their timescales, and that targets are realistic and achieved. 
• be responsible for identifying new service requirements to existing systems and services and providing input to service provider. The role also facilitates system strategy and risk management work in cooperation with key stakeholders. 

Overall, as a System & Service Manager, you need to be able to combine technical expertise with service management, project management, and continuous improvement. You should be motivated to provide a high level of service to end-users and help them to achieve their business goals through the use of technology. You should also be able to manage technical professionals and projects effectively and efficiently. 

Your main location will be in Kalundborg, in close proximity of the manufacturing sites. As a lot of our collaboration partners work around Copenhagen, it is expected that you will also travel to work in those locations. 

The project is of great strategic importance to Novo Nordisk, which has high visibility and support from Senior Management. At the same time, you will have a foot inside Novo Nordisk’s IT organization which supports all major expansion projects as well as operations.  

Qualifications 

We are looking for an ambitious and proactive colleague who can contribute to the team both professionally and personally.  

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in most of the following skills and experiences: 

• You hold an M.Sc. or B.Sc. within IT, Engineering, or have other relevant experience from recent job(s). 
• 2-5+ years of professional experience within IT Automation; either from operations and maintenance, or from project participation. 
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes and requirements. 
• Experience within the Pharma industry or other highly regulated industry (GMP) preferred. 
• Experience with Siemens PLC system SIMATIC S7 1500, TIA portal, ProfiNet, OPC UA, and HMI is preferred. 
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and collaborative. 
• Ability to communicate well in spoken and written English. 

As a person, you are energized by taking responsibility for automation. You are structured in your way of working and open to share information with your colleagues, work together as a team, and drive for joint results. You thrive in a multicultural environment and have an open mind-set. You have strong communication skills for collaboration with stakeholders and can translate strategy into ambitious goals with clear priorities. 

About the department 

The IT and Automation Department is a diverse team made up of individuals with a variety of nationalities and professional experiences. Located in Kalundborg, in close proximity to the manufacturing sites, our team atmosphere is very inclusive and supportive. We collaborate closely to find solutions and support each other’s tasks. Due to the fast pace of project life, our team is very dynamic and able to shift priorities to support project milestones. You will find the team inviting and collaborative, making it easy to acclimate to Novo Nordisk and life in Kalundborg. 

Working at Novo Nordisk 

Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company headquartered in Denmark. For 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 are proud of our people too, and we employ more than 60,000 bright and diverse minds in 80 offices worldwide. With us, your bright mind and commitment 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 highly valued. That said, opportunities are many in Novo Nordisk. 

If you want to learn more about how Novo Nordisk leads visions to real-life solutions that make a real-life impact, go explore on Novo Nordisk TechLife. 

Contact 

For further information please contact Automation Manager Liana Møsbæk  on phone +45 34 48 05 27. or get to know us better by visiting www.novonordisk.com/careers.  

Deadline 

5 January 2025 

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.