The Manager of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) is responsible for overseeing the implementation and maintenance of PLC systems throughout the facility, including standalone PLC control systems, building management systems (BMS), computer system validation (CSV), and validated environmental monitoring systems. This role supports the management of automation projects, ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, and contributes to the continuous improvement of automated processes. Additionally, this role collaborates cross-functionally to enhance production efficiency and quality through automation technologies while leading and developing a team of engineers.

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies is building the future of bioproduction in Holly Springs, North Carolina. By end of 2025, we’ll open North America’s largest end-to-end CDMO biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility, offering drug substance production, fill-finish, and packaging under one roof.

We’re looking for passionate, mission-driven people to help us realize this exciting vision and deliver the next vaccine, cure, or therapy. We offer a dynamic work environment and we’re proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your purpose, energy, and drive—what we call Genki. Ready to shape the future of medicine? Let’s transform healthcare together!

Holly Springs, North Carolina, combines small-town warmth with proximity to Raleigh’s thriving tech scene, making it the perfect blend of community and opportunity.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

What You’ll Do

• Establishes clear expectations, develops and executes the automation strategy that aligns with the site objectives
• Manages daily operations of the Automation team, ensuring efficient resource allocation and timely completion of activities
• Leads and develops a multi-disciplined team of engineers (PLC, CSV, BMS, VDS), fostering a culture of learning and development to ensure the team is positioned for growth
• Monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) and milestones to drive data-informed decisions, identifies opportunities for process improvements, and implements initiatives to improve operational efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability
• Supports the management of automation systems (e.g., BMS, VDS, standalone PLC-controlled skids) and related technology transfer activities
• Partners with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of automation projects while maintaining FLBN’s “One Team” approach
• Ensures proper documentation and compliance with regulatory requirements, including Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) across all automation systems and processes
• Provides technical direction and drives team capability through structured training initiatives
• Develops and maintains standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency
• Builds and maintains relationships with external vendors and global colleagues to support systems and processes and implement best practices
• Evaluates the teams’ performance, implements measures to improve productivity and engagement, and partners with People & Culture to recruit and retain talent
• Performs other duties, as assigned

Knowledge and Skills

• Effective communication, both written and verbal
• Ability to adapt communication style to differing audiences and advise on difficult matters
• Builds effective internal and external relationships for cross-functional collaboration across technical and non-technical domains
• Ability to identify bottlenecks, run root-cause analyses, and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Ability to effectively present information to others
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and lead a team while managing multiple tasks/projects simultaneously to meet deadlines and goals
• Must be flexible to provide on-call support to 24/7 manufacturing facility

Basic Requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc. No X Yes

Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. No X Yes 60 minutes (If yes, may specify frequency/duration: up to 15, 30, 120, 240 minutes)

Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time. No X Yes 30 minutes (If yes, may specify frequency/duration: up to 15, 30, 120, 240 minutes)

Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include wrists, hands and/or fingers. No X Yes

Ability to operate machinery and/or power tools. X No Yes

Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to X pounds. X No Yes If yes, 10 lbs. 33 lbs.

Ability to bend, push or pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18” to 60” in height, and use twisting motions. X No Yes

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Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (FDBN_PNC@fujifilm.com).