Lead investigation, development, specification, and delivery of advanced automation technology to support the business requirements of Global Packaging Operations. Provide project management and technical engineering knowledge to the business from the onset of project initiation through post implementation. Partner with others to deliver robust packaging and distribution processes, evaluating new technologies, perform feasibility studies, generate business cases, implement, and validate new automated equipment to satisfy business objectives. Leads and participates in process and product validations to assure all processes comply with company specifications to include internal quality systems and external regulations (FDA/ISO). Provides input to management to support the development and application of current/new business processes. Partners with other global resources to align and standardize wherever possible.

This position has responsibility for leading complex, multi-year, multi-million dollar "state of the art" automated technology projects, new product introductions and initiatives, including initial requirements and data gathering, developing solutions and business cases. Working collaboratively interdepartmentally and/or cross-functionally, engaging people resources throughout global operations, as well as managing global vendors and suppliers. Utilizes project management tools to ensure projects achieve business requirements, managing the project work undertaken in terms of time, cost, and quality. Responsible for updating and reporting out progress regularly in a variety of documentation and global forums, including those with senior leadership.