Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Senior Manager of Operational Technology. to join our dynamic team. This key leadership role reports directly to the Senior Director of IT and will be responsible for overseeing the technical operations and infrastructure within an industrial and cell therapy manufacturing lab environment, ensuring 24x7 operational support.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker who will roll up their sleeves and execute. With a small, agile team, this role requires someone who can seamlessly transition between high-level strategy and detailed, hands-on work. The ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and across all levels of the organization is crucial for success in this position.

We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, is comfortable wearing multiple hats, and is ready to tackle diverse challenges as our company grows.

Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for the overall management and delivery of OT/ systems and technology in the company industrial and cell manufacturing manufacturing environments
Contribute and maintain a robust OT roadmap of applications including definition of project objectives, prioritization, and implementation plans
Ensure OT production environments adhere to security best practices and comply with relevant regulations
This position will directly interact with the business functions on key use cases and priorities
Provide technical support and troubleshooting for production-related OT/IT issues, ensuring minimal disruption to 24x7 operations
Implement and monitor OT production systems to guarantee 24x7 uptime and reliability, including network, server, biotech manufacturing lab, and warehouse technology
Develop and deliver training programs for new OT staff relating to production environment
Contribute to creating SOPs, Policies, and Process and System maps for applications
Ensure compliance with industry regulations, standards, and best practices related to OT and data security

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in related field or proper training 10+ years of relevant experience and 5+ years of previous leadership experience
Proven experience in IT management with a manufacturing or industrial setting, with a strong focus on 24x7 operational support
Experience with network architecture, monitoring, server management, and cybersecurity best practices
Experience with Fortigate firewalls, Hirschmann industrial switches, lab and warehouse equipment
Experience with various applications such as Nutanix Prism, SharePoint, and JIRA
Experience working in a biotech regulated environment
Knowledge of and experience with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) required
Experience working in a fast-paced start-up environment
Excellent interpersonal skills and customer orientation
Ability to interact with senior management to map business priorities to IT needs, as well as in various settings such as steering committees, 1:1s, and presentations
Comfortable in a fast-paced start-up company environment with minimal direction and changing priorities
Ability to be a strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure
Self-awareness, integrity, authenticity, and a growth mindset
Requires availability for on-call support and extended hours during critical system issues to maintain 24x7 operations
This will be a full time onsite position in Bridgewater New Jersey

$130,000 - $210,000 a year

Cellares total compensation package contains competitive base salaries, highly subsidized Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans, 401(k) Matching, Free EV Charging, Onsite lunches, and Stock options. All displayed pay ranges are approximate, negotiable, and location dependent.

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