Automation CoE Lead

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Published on:
Aug 7, 2026
Job Category:
Operations

Employment type:

Regular Full Time
Obsessed by Science. Entrepreneurial by Nature. United by Purpose.
Diasorin is a global leader in immunodiagnostic and molecular diagnostic solutions, advancing science to improve patient outcomes worldwide. For more than 50 years, we have combined scientific rigor with an entrepreneurial mindset, operating with a strong commitment to innovation, accountability, and results to deliver trusted diagnostic solutions.
As the Diagnostics Specialist, Diasorin continuously invests in research, technology, and people. Guided by our values of operational excellence, customer focus, and teamwork, we empower teams to think boldly, act decisively, and transform ideas into meaningful impact across one of the industry’s broadest specialty diagnostic portfolios.
When you join Diasorin, you are not just filling a role. You are helping build what comes next.
Why Join Diasorin      Build What Matters
Take ownership, challenge the status quo, and contribute directly to solutions that improve patient care worldwide.
Innovate with Agility at a Global Scale
Work in an entrepreneurial environment that enables speed, collaboration, and global impact.
Grow in a People-Centered Culture
Thrive in a culture that values accountability, inclusion, and continuous development.
Job Scope
Lead of the Immuno Global Operations (IGO) Center of Excellence (CoE) dedicated to Automation & Robotization. Exploration, evaluation and implementation of emerging technologies in automation and robotization, supporting Diasorin’s Immuno Operations.
This role combines strategic thinking, technical expertise, and cross-functional collaboration to streamline processes, enhance operational efficiency, product quality, and sustainability.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Technology Scouting & Evaluation:
Research market trends and emerging technologies in automation and robotization, assessing their feasibility and impact on Diasorin’s industrial processes.
Process Optimization:
Design and implement strategies to integrate new technologies that streamline processes, enhance efficiency, reduce energy consumption and improve product quality
Stakeholder Engagement:
Partner with functional stakeholders, including Site Leaders and Department Heads, to translate business needs into technical requirements, apply lean principles and promote technology adoption through solid business cases.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Production, EHS, Quality Assurance and IT, to ensure successful technology deployment.
Prototyping & Project Leadership:
Lead pilot projects and design experiments to test the effectiveness and efficiency of new technologies, from concept to implementation and evaluation.
Strategic Planning & Budgeting:
Support Top Management short/mid/long term investment decisions and contribute to the long-term strategic plan for automation and robotization.
Knowledge Management:
Maintain technical records of research, evaluation and implementation, train staff on new technologies and lead a global community of automation experts across industrial sites.
Performance & Compliance Monitoring:
Define and maintain KPIs/KAIs to drive the innovation process and ensure all automation solutions comply with GxP and industry standards.
Industrialization:
Assess the impact of new technologies on industrialization processes and automation integration.
Education, Experience, and Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Automation or Mechanical Engineering or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
Minimum of 5 years in Industrial Engineering or Automation design fields. Experience in Pharma / Diagnostics companies as a plus.
Blend engineering expertise, creative problem-solving skills and a passion for continuous improvement.
Strong understanding of manufacturing Processes/Equipment/Automation

Experience with digitalization I4.0 and I5.0 framework
Basic Lean methods and tools
Proven track record in managing automation projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely and within-budget…