Manager, Digital Strategy & Transformation (IT/OT Integration and Smart Manufacturing) Job at SC Johnson (Racine)

Job Description

Lead the digital transformation of our manufacturing network with collaboration with Global Supply Chain teams and Global Business Services team by driving IT–OT convergence, deploying Industry 4.0 technologies, and enabling data-driven, connected operations. In this role you are responsible for shaping the SMART Factory roadmap, overseeing digital assessments across plants, and guiding the implementation of high-impact use cases that improve productivity, efficiency, quality, and sustainability. This role requires deep Digital Manufacturing /SMART Factory expertise, digital fluency, and strong stakeholder collaboration to drive transformation and user adoption.

Job Responsibility

Define and maintain the SMART Factory vision, roadmap, and multi-year strategy
Align digital manufacturing priorities with business goals (cost, quality, safety, capacity, OEE, sustainability)
Identify high-impact use cases for digital transformation (automation, analytics, IIoT, dashboards, AI/ML, MES enhancements, etc.)
Lead IT/OT digital maturity assessments across manufacturing sites
Benchmark current systems, processes, and technologies against SMART Factory standards
Develop factory-level improvement plans and oversee prioritization of investments
Ensure strong alignment between IT and OT organizations
Oversee architecture for data flow, system integration (MES, ERP, SCADA, historians, and edge devices)
Establish cybersecurity standards for plant equipment, networks, and connected systems
Govern data integrity, access, and reliability across manufacturing systems
Manage end-to-end delivery of SMART Factory programs (from concept to deployment)
Establish project milestones, budgets, resource plans, and KPIs
Coordinate with cross-functional teams (IT, Operations, Engineering, Quality, SHE, Logistics and broader Supply Chain Organization)
Lead vendor/partner engagements for digital and automation solutions
Oversee evaluation and deployment of Industry 4.0 technologies such as: IoT sensors and edge devices
MES deployment / MOM solutions
Digital twins (process, equipment, supply chain)
Integration with ERP, PLM, Sourcing, Planning systems, etc.
Autonomous systems / robotics, Advanced analytics, AI/ML, Predictive maintenance and connected worker tools
Evaluate new digital manufacturing tools and emerging technologies
Ensure solutions meet scalability, security, and compliance requirements
Promote a culture of digital adoption and continuous improvement
Use data and analytics to drive improvements in throughput, downtime reduction, yield, scrap, and labor productivity
Partner with BW, GBS, Lean, Manufacturing Engineering, manufacturing COE teams and others to identify optimization opportunities
Oversee relationships with technology partners, system integrators, and consultants
Ensure vendor solutions align with enterprise digital standards and long-term architecture
Define and Prioritize the Product Backlog: Create and maintain a prioritized product backlog based on business needs
Serve as the main GBS-BW point of contact for SMART Factory strategy across the organization
Communicate program status with executives, plant leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders
Facilitate workshops, assessments, and discovery sessions to align teams on priorities

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field
7+ years of experience in manufacturing, automation, IT–OT, digital transformation, or Industrial Engineering roles
Strong knowledge of MES, SCADA, PLCs, IoT systems, automation equipment, and ERP/MES/PLM integration
Ability to travel ~25%

Nice to have

Experience leading multi-site projects or digital transformation initiatives
Proven cross-functional leadership and vendor management skills
Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and communication abilities
Lean, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence certification (Green Belt/Black Belt)
Experience leading SMART Factory, Industry 4.0, or digital manufacturing programs
Expertise in IT–OT convergence and modern factory architecture
Experiences with Global Lighthouse Digital Manufacturing and/ or National Association of Manufacturing (Digital Manufacturing Farmwork)
Familiarity with AI/ML, analytics, digital twins, predictive maintenance, or cloud platforms
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles for OT environments
Ability to define ROI, business cases, and performance improvement models
Demonstrated experience enabling cultural and organizational change in manufacturing settings

What we offer

Subsidized health care plans
Maternity/paternity/adoption leave
Flexible work arrangements
Vacation purchase options
Recreation and fitness centers
Childcare
Counseling services
Bonuses
Long-term incentives
Matching 401(k) contributions
Profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service
Domestic relocation eligibility

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