Associate Director, Plant IT Infrastructure Lead

Role Overview

As the Manufacturing Site IT Infrastructure Lead, you will own and manage the planning, implementation, and execution of IT infrastructure at Kyowa Kirin's new manufacturing facility. You will play a key role in standing up a state-of-the-art biologics manufacturing site by ensuring the IT infrastructure, manufacturing networks, and mobile strategy support site objectives while aligning with regional and global standards.

Lead network operations, server administration, security, and end-user support across manufacturing, laboratory, and office environments. Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable, and highly available network infrastructure supporting real-time manufacturing operations.

This position requires extensive infrastructure expertise, from strategic planning and implementation through ongoing technical support and lifecycle management within a Life Sciences manufacturing environment. You will foster a collaborative, inclusive, and people-focused culture while driving team development, stakeholder alignment, and measurable business results.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• Minimum of seven years of overall IT experience
• At least three years supporting manufacturing environments
• Experience serving as an IT Infrastructure technical lead within pharmaceutical or manufacturing organizations
• Strong experience with network architecture, firewall design, network segmentation, and infrastructure maintenance
• Broad technical knowledge across networking, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and manufacturing systems
• Experience with network security protocols and best practices
• Experience supporting virtual server environments and cloud infrastructure
• Experience using network monitoring and troubleshooting tools
• Hands-on experience with backup, restore, archival, and disaster recovery methodologies
• Knowledge of cybersecurity standards, data protection, and regulatory compliance
• Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations and their impact on IT systems

• 401(i) with Company Match
• Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Positions)
• Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule, including Summer and Winter Shut-Downs
• Sick Days
• Volunteer Days
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision)
• HSA & FSA Programs
• Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Concierge Services
• Long-Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Awards