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Manufacturing Solutions Strategy Lead

KAIZEN TECHNOLOGIES INC

Chicago, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Information Architecture, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Leadership, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing Technology, Needs Assessment, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Quality Engineering, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Technology Analysis, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago

Job Title :Manufacturing Solutions Strategy Lead
Loaction:Midwest , Illinois (Chicago area), Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota (Onsite)
Type: Contract

Responsibilities


·        Develop IT strategy for application and infrastructure architecture supporting greenfield manufacturing sites.


·        Define future-state technology roadmaps that align business objectives, manufacturing capabilities, compliance requirements, and enterprise standards.


·        Lead early-stage solutioning for site buildouts and, where required, technology separation during manufacturing acquisitions.


·        Collaborate with architects across the BTO to develop integrated solution plans and decision options.


·        Assess technology needs for manufacturing sites, including applications, infrastructure, networks, platforms, and supporting services.


·        Identify dependencies, risks, assumptions, and implementation considerations that inform business and IT decisions.


·        Present strategic recommendations and practical implementation pathways to stakeholders and leadership.


·        Work across manufacturing, quality, engineering, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and application teams to ensure solutions are feasible and scalable.


·        Ensure alignment with Fortune 10 Mid west pharma company standards, regulatory requirements, and architecture principles.


·        Contribute to planning for future manufacturing technology capabilities and modernization.



Qualifications


·        Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree preferred.


·        Strong experience in IT architecture, infrastructure strategy, application strategy, or manufacturing technology planning.


·        Experience supporting manufacturing environments, preferably in regulated industries.


·        Experience with greenfield site planning or technology separation efforts strongly preferred.


·        Demonstrated ability to translate strategy into actionable solution plans.


·        Strong collaboration and influencing skills across architects, technical teams, and business stakeholders.


·        Excellent written and oral communication skills.


·        Ability to operate in ambiguity and shape complex concepts into practical plans.



Preferred Attributes


·       Strategic thinker with a practical, delivery-oriented mindset.


·       Strong understanding of manufacturing site technology dependencies and operational readiness.


·       Ability to influence without direct authority and build consensus across diverse teams.


·       Comfortable operating in ambiguity and shaping early-stage concepts into actionable plans.

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