Site Automation Lead

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Job Function:
Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:
Automation Engineering

Job Category:
People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:
Leiden, South Holland, Netherlands

Job Description:

Site Automation Lead

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.

Position Summary:

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.

What you will do


* Lead & Develop the Organization
Lead and develop a high-performing automation organization (individual contributors, supervisors, managers), driving engagement, capability growth, succession planning and strong performance management.


* Define & Execute Automation Strategy
Own and deploy the site automation and execution systems strategy, ensuring standardization, architectural alignment, and consistency across the platform.


* Drive Digital & Operational Excellence
Advance the digital manufacturing roadmap and continuously improve automation systems by identifying upgrades, optimizing performance, and aligning with site and enterprise priorities.


* Deliver Automation Portfolio
Lead automation and data-driven projects, ensuring compliant, safe, on-time, and within-budget delivery, including proper documentation and change control of all system modifications


* Ensure Compliance & Reliability
Maintain GMP and EHS compliance, including SOP adherence, d...