Technical System Owner

Job#: 2070937

Job Description:

Technical System Owner opening in Lexington, MA. area!

Apex Systems is a world-class technology services business that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients' digital visions.

Apex has an opportunity to be a Technical System Owner in the Boston area. This is a contract-to-hire position, and the pay rate is flexible depending on your experience. Here are the details:

For applicants interested in this Technical Systems Owner opportunity, please send a Word resume to .

Position: Technical System Owner

Location: Lexington, MA.

Rate: TBD

Duration: Contract to Hire

The role will oversee and coordinate the efforts of a team, ensuring the seamless management, maintenance, and optimization of site technical (IT) systems at the plants. It will also act as the primary point of contact for all technical aspects of the system and services.

The main scopes are the Manufacturing System (MES), the Lab Quality System (LIMS&CDS), Environment, Health, and Safety, Quality Assurance, Plant Infrastructure, and cybersecurity (collaborating with the Critical Infrastructure Management team).

Skills and qualifications:

• Education (minimum/desirable): Master's degree in Engineering, Automation, Information Technology, or related Engineering/Technical field
• More than five (5) years of experience in the life sciences industry on large-scale applications, or work experience in manufacturing plants in other industries.
• More than five (5) years of experience in the management and execution of technical projects
• Good Lab quality process /system experience (LIMS and CDS) and/or manufacturing experience (MES and automation)
• Ability to quickly learn software functionality, pharmaceutical production processes, and related configuration processes
• Preferably, Know-how in Computer System Validation (CSV), data integrity, and cybersecurity
• Ability to collaborate with a matrix and cross-functional team from different business departments
• Ability to prepare and provide project plans, presentations, and templates for decision making
• Excellent business acumen with problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience with vendor management and contract negotiation

Accountabilities:

Team Leadership & Management

• Lead and mentor Technical System Owners.
• Allocate resources and manage workload distribution effectively.
• Close collaboration with global/local business process owners, site/program sponsors, project managers, digital core/products owner, critical infrastructure management, global DD&T, QC lab teams, automation teams, and external vendors.

Strategic Oversight

• Develop and implement strategies for the optimization of technical systems.
• Ensure alignment of system management practices with organizational goals.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system performance and user experience.

System optimization/delivery

• Understands the business needs and its strategy/initiatives and translates them into technical requirements.
• Identifies areas for improvement within the system to enhance performance and efficiency
• Implements changes and optimizations to improve system functionality and user experience
• Monitors system performance and makes adjustments as needed

System management & maintenance

• Oversees the day-to-day operations of specific technical systems
• Ensures that systems are running smoothly, efficiently, and reliably
• Performs regular maintenance, updates, and upgrades to keep systems current and secure
• Provide training for operation support and key users

Technical Foundation

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and define technical requirements for the new digital core and products
• Support development and documentation of the architecture of the new digital core and products, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security

Risk management & compliance

• Identifies and manages risks related to IT systems
• Develops and implements risk mitigation strategies
• Ensures that the system is compliant with all relevant regulations (GMP) and standards

Dimensions and Aspects:

Leadership

• Influencing and collaboration skills
• Drive change and support others in the change management process

Decision-making and Autonomy

Within his/her area of expertise as defined at the project start

Interaction

• Experience working in a large company environment with matrix organizations
• Must be able to work with site and global SMEs from External Partners, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, etc., to meet timelines, budgets, and desired outcomes.
• Anticipates and resolves conflict situations in a win-win outcome
• Team-based player

Innovation

• Identifies best practices, shares, and adopts equally

Complexity

• Must be self-motivated, have good interpersonal skills, and be capable of analyzing and solving complex problems through innovative thought and experience.
• Capable of operating across company cultures

As a recognized expert, you possess in-depth expertise in your discipline and broad knowledge across related areas. Youre adept at anticipating internal/external challenges, recommending improvements, and solving unique, far-reaching business problems. Your role involves working on abstract issues, assessing intangible variables, contributing to global business/functional strategy, serving as the primary contact for contracts and operations, and conducting briefings and meetings with top management and customers. Operating autonomously in a complex environment, you lead project teams to achieve milestones and objectives.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.