Operations Technology Architect

From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive.

Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. 

Sonoco is a forward-thinking organization dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive business innovation and efficiency. We are seeking a highly skilled Digital Transformation Architect to join our dynamic team and lead our digital transformation initiatives.

What you'll be doing:

• Develop and implement comprehensive manufacturing operations digital transformation strategies that align with business unit goals and objectives.

• Utilize data analytics and machine learning to develop predictive maintenance strategies for OT equipment.

• Lead the design and architecture of digital solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and business unit resources, to identify and prioritize OT digital transformation opportunities.

• Evaluate and integrate emerging manufacturing operations technologies such as AI, IoT, cloud computing, big data analytics, machine learning, and automation and controls into the organization's digital ecosystem.

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to project teams throughout the lifecycle of OT digital transformation projects.

• Conduct assessments of current IT and OT infrastructure and processes to identify areas for improvement and modernization.

• Utilize data analytics and machine learning to derive insights and drive data-driven decision-making across the organization.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations in all digital transformation initiatives.

• Develop and maintain documentation for digital architecture, including blueprints, roadmaps, and technical specifications.

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to continuously enhance the organization's digital capabilities.

This is a remote position.

We'd love to hear from you if:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related field or relevant experience.

• Proven experience as a Digital Transformation Architect with direct experience in manufacturing OT systems.

• Strong understanding of digital technologies and their application in business transformation (IIoT, Industrial networking, OT tech).

• Experience with cloud platforms and enterprise architecture frameworks.

• Proficiency in data analytics and machine learning tools and techniques.

• Understanding of UNS, and significant experience with aggregation of disparate data processes as related to manufacturing, SPC and ERP, etc.

• Extensive experience with operational technology (OT) systems and industrial automation and controls.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

• Project management experience and the ability to lead and mentor technical teams.

• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices.

• Significant Ignition experience, including UDT’s, Vision and Perspective.

Compensation: 

The annual base salary range for this role is from $122,000 to $137,250, plus a annual target bonus of 7.5% of base salary. 

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