Manufacturing execution system (MES) Manager

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Position Overview: As the Lead or Manager of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and Automation, you will be responsible for overseeing the implementation, maintenance, and optimization of MES and automation solutions within manufacturing operations. Also, lead a team of professionals, collaborate with cross-functional departments, and work closely with vendors to ensure the successful execution of projects aimed at improving efficiency, productivity, and quality throughout the manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities

MES Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and execute the long-term strategy for MES implementation and automation initiatives aligned with the company's overall manufacturing goals and objectives.
• Conduct a comprehensive assessment of existing manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement and automation opportunities.

Project Management:

• Lead the planning, execution, and monitoring of MES and automation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the specified requirements.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and consultants to align project priorities and resolve any roadblocks or issues.

Team Leadership:

• Recruit, train, mentor, and manage a team of engineers and analysts responsible for MES and automation support and development.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, encouraging continuous learning and professional development.

MES Implementation and Maintenance:

• Oversee the installation, configuration, and integration of MES solutions across the manufacturing facilities.
• Ensure MES systems are properly maintained, updated, and compliant with relevant industry standards and regulations
• Backup/retrieval of process data in/from all major database.

Automation Systems Management:

• Evaluate and implement automation technologies, such as robotics, AGVs, PLCs, SCADA systems, and IoT devices, to optimize manufacturing processes and increase overall productivity.
• Monitor and troubleshoot automation systems to minimize downtime and maintain peak operational efficiency.

Data Analytics and Reporting:

• Utilize MES data and analytics to identify trends, performance gaps, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Generate and present regular reports to management on key performance indicators and progress towards operational goals.

Continuous Improvement:

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement by implementing lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and other process optimization techniques.

Hands-On experience in

PLC and HMI programming with different makes like Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi & Beckhoff

Other industrial devices configuration and programming.

IT/OT Integrations.

MES configuration and deployment.

ERP and MES interface

Host systems services equipment integration.

Sever software’s and licenses installations and configurations.

ORACLE & SQL Database Management.

Networking and Network Validations.

Kepware server configurations and deployments.

Equipment connector services enabled with various communication protocols like ModBUS, ProfiBUS, ProfiNET, EtherCAT, AS I, OPC UA, SECS/GEM (E4, E37, PV02), OPC (DA, AE, HDA), TCP/IP, OPC UA

Database, CSV Files, FTP.

Familiar with the various Cloud layers.

Familiar with the network firewall and DMZ layers.

Education & Pre-requisites

Ideally BE/B.Tech in Instrumentation & control systems (or) computer science or electrical/electronics or mechanical with a minimum 12-20yrs of meaningful MES implementation (cradle to grave) in mass manufacturing industries like (Solar, semiconductor, glass, mobile phones, battery, electronics manufacturing).