OT Infrastructure Lead (Large Capital Projects)

fairlife LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

With over $3B in annual retail sales fairlifes portfolio of delicious lactose-free real dairy products includes: fairlife ultra-filtered milk; Core Power High Protein Shakes a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife nutrition plan a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company fairlife LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products please visit .

job purpose:

The OT Infrastructure Lead is responsible for leading the planning execution and delivery of complex highvalue capital projects that involve Operational Technology systems. This role ensures that OT scopesuch as industrial control systems automation platforms industrial networks and OT cybersecurityis effectively integrated into large-scale capital investments from concept through commissioning and handover to operations. The OT Infrastructure Lead provides governance coordination and technical project leadership across multi-year multi-million-dollar initiatives working closely with engineering operations IT cybersecurity procurement construction external contractors and system integrators

responsibilities:

• Oversee design and deployment of network architectures supporting plantfloor systems such as PLCs SCADA MES historians CIP/SIP controls and automated packaging lines.
• Drive OT/IT infrastructure strategy from concept through commissioning including basisofdesign detailed engineering construction oversight FAT/SAT and startup.
• Coordinate effectively with operations engineering IT cybersecurity procurement construction teams system integrators and vendors to align deliverables and timelines.
• Develop and maintain project scopes timelines budgets and risk mitigation plans tailored to continuousrun production environments and aligned with overall capital program milestones.
• Implement network segmentation strategies to protect critical production assets and maintain uptime.
• Enforce compliance with safety standards regulatory requirements cybersecurity policies and fairlife specifications throughout project execution.
• Promote standardized OT architectures vendor solutions and best practices that support scalability reliability and long-term asset performance across the enterprise.
• Facilitate smooth transition from project execution to steadystate operations maintenance and lifecycle management.

skills/qualifications required:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Information Technology Computer Science or related field.
• 5 years of experience managing OT/IT or industrial automation projects in manufacturing.
• Experience with network segmentation zerotrust architectures and OT cybersecurity hardening.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Project Word Excel PowerPoint Visio)
• Exceptional project management capabilities with strong cost management and forecasting knowledge.
• Knowledge of installation and construction standards.
• Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced entrepreneurial environment.

working conditions and physical requirements:

• Factory floor as needed
• Off hours support as needed

food safety requirements:

• Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.

• Understand observe and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.
• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product processes quality system or safety system.
• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients processes quality system or safety system.
• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
• In the event of absence another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.

how fairlife nourishes you:

At fairlife we believe in better and that includes how we support our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and wellbeing resources designed to support you physically emotionally socially and financially both in and out of work.

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage effective day one!
• Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity accident and critical illness insurance)
• Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance
• Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10000)
• Parental support & family care benefits including childcare resources and lactation support
• 401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match
• Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)
• Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential
• Rewards & recognition matching gifts free product and Business Resource Groups

fairlifes nour!sh program is designed to meet you where you are supporting your individual wellbeing journey while enabling you to do your best work every day.

position location:Webster NY or Coopersville MI

reports to: Automation Project Manager

travel requirements: Up to 50% depending on location

exempt/nonexempt: exempt

fairlife LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis ofrace color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us please email.

For Recruitment Agencies

At fairlife we manage the majority of our hiring internally through our dedicated Talent Acquisition team which is actively engaged in direct candidate sourcing. Most of our roles are filled through applications submitted via our careers site or through direct outreach by our team.