OT & Smart Manufacturing Lead

Why Ansell?

At Ansell, by staying two steps ahead of workplace risk we aim to deliver innovative safety solutions that enhance people's quality of life. As a global leader in protection solutions, we design and develop a wide range of products including gloves, clothing, and other protective gear, to keep workers safe and productive in industrial, medical, and consumer applications.

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Ansell is looking for an
OT & Smart Manufacturing Lead
to join our team in
Malacca, Malaysia
.

In this position you will play a vital role in for leading operational technology governance, digitalization infrastructure, and Smart Factory solutions deployment across the plant. This role covers networked automation systems, IIoT platforms, MES/CMMS integration, process data visibility, and cybersecure OT architecture. The position drives analytics-based performance improvement through real-time data, supports APS pillars (AM, PM, RTT), and ensures high reliability and uptime of OT systems enabling Industry 4.0 & beyond capabilities.

What benefits and opportunities does Ansell offer?

• Competitive compensation plan, including a performance based annual incentive.
• A culture of belonging and inclusion, collaboration thrives, and everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered—across our global community.
• Ansell University, LinkedIn Learning and Mentorship programs to develop professional and interpersonal skills.
• Opportunities to advance and grow within the company through LinkedIn Learning and Mentorships.

What your role will be?

1. OT Architecture & Infrastructure

2. Develop, maintain and secure OT network architecture including PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, historians, edge gateways and data servers.

3. Establish governance and system backup/recovery structure for OT assets.

4. Smart Manufacturing & IIoT Enablement

5. Lead implementation of real-time data visibility solutions, dashboards, OEE tracking, machine connectivity and condition monitoring systems.

6. Integrate MES/CMMS platforms to improve asset lifecycle visibility.

7. Cybersecurity & Compliance

8. Ensure OT cybersecurity protocols, network segmentation, access control and system patching.

9. Align with internal global cyber standards and external regulatory requirements.

10. Reliability & Performance Enhancement

11. Use machine data analytics to drive defect, downtime and energy loss reduction.

12. Support Predictive & Preventive maintenance through digital tools.

13. Stakeholder & Project Leadership

14. Lead cross-functional digital transformation projects linked to APS deliverables.

15. Liaise with Global IT/OT teams, vendors and internal stakeholders for project execution.

16. Documentation & Standardization

17. Develop OT asset registry, network diagrams, logic security procedures and version control.

18. Establish change management procedure for control systems and digital infrastructure.

19. Continuous Improvement

20. Drive continuous improvement through digital KPIs and analytics.

21. Promote Smart Factory maturity progression and roadmap execution. Work on upgrading the plant equipment to latest state of the art energy efficient equipment with a view to reduce energy cost.

What will you bring to Ansell?

• Degree in electrical/Electronic/Automation/Mechatronics/Computer Engineering or Industrial Technology.
• Certified training in OT/IIoT/Industrial Network/Smart Manufacturing is an added advantage.
• Experience in automation/OT/Smart Manufacturing role in manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience leading digitalization/Industry 4.0 projects is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge in OT Infrastructure (PLC/SCADA/Historian/MES network integration).
• Familiar with cybersecurity for plant automation systems.
• Knowledge in MQTT/OPC UA/Industrial Ethernet protocols.
• Data analytics mindset with ability to convert digital signals into operational improvements.
• Strong project leadership, vendor management and stakeholder communication skills.

Join us to lead the world to a safer future, apply today

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Ansell's vision is about creating safe spaces where all perspectives are valued alongside individual contributions. When we say that everyone deserves to belong, feel included and empowered at work., it's not just words. We want applicants to know that we endeavor to create an inclusive environment that will consider all, regardless of age, gender, background, disability, veteran status, or experience alone It's what drives Ansell as an organization towards a workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate, it's what drives us to serve our customers and stakeholders with pride, and it's what differentiates Ansell.

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