Lead Analyst, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

Your Opportunity as a Lead Analyst, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

This role will own the Manufacturing Execution Systems at the SBA level along with helping support the IS system and infrastructure where/if support is needed.  The MES connects the site with live production information (e.g., Proficy) and integrates easily with equipment, controllers, and enterprise business applications. This role requires close collaboration and partnership with Plant Controls personnel and Corporate IS to ensure a reliable operation of all systems within the SBA.. This role will also work closely with Operational Excellence Leaders on the use of tools, training, and system integration.  This role offers the opportunity to drive operational excellence within operations and distribution manufacturing through innovative solutions.

Work Arrangements: 100% Remote

• Prefer live close to a Smucker manufacturing plant
• Expected to travel up to 50%

In this role you will:

• Implement, support, maintain and optimize the MES system applications and databases.
• Build capabilities in operations to provide and support smart manufacturing.
• Support Operational Excellence principles and processes with MES tools to share & analyze with actionable data.
• Supports and enforces standards and methodologies around business process development, project management and change management
• Support the Power & Control’s personnel to aid in IP address allocation, Vlan/routing configuration, initial setup, startup, troubleshooting and ongoing monitoring of the network.
• Support the installation and configuration of both Server and desktop Operating Systems, Databases, Thin Manager, MS and Non-MS Applications, and Virtual Servers (including but not limited to Microsoft Server 2022, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Terminal Services, GE Proficy Suite, MS Office, Blue Yonder, Oracle Suite, and VMWare).
• Contribute to and maintain system standards.  Specifically, the VM environment, Server platform, MES platforms, and the Network Architecture.
• In conjunction with the Plant Controls personnel, define and create Downtime, Counters and Process Control Monitoring Tags in GE Proficy Historian to support Plant Start-Up Commissioning requirements and long-term MES business strategies.
• Lead deployment of new technology platforms within the MES space
• Perform server, VM and network performance monitoring against baselines on a regular basis.  Resolve abnormal situations before they impact the overall network performance.
• Support Corporate IS in performing and coordinating regular security monitoring to identify any possible intrusions.
• Supports and enforces standards and methodologies around business process development, project management and change management.
• Coach, teach, train, and mentor other Process Engineers, Quality and Technicians within Operations and Strategic Business Areas.

• Consults with the Subject Matter Expert (SME) to document existing process, research best practices and propose future process in the spirit of continuous improvement

• Defines business requirements based on business needs and gaps collaboratively with the SME
• Creates functional design in collaboration with the SBA and IS Development Group as needed
• Provides solution alternatives and recommends solution (design) and ensure buy-in by key stakeholders in the business
• Act as the primary escalation point for site issues and ensure prompt resolution

The Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. 

What we are looking for:

Minimum Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree – technical preferred
• 5  years of manufacturing work experience, food industry preferred
• 3 years of MES experience (Proficy, Project Management, eAM) or equivalent
• Proven project management skills
• Ability to travel 50%

Preferred skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:

• Successful experience leading, coaching and managing leaders
• Critical and conceptual thinking skills
• Expertise in Operations Excellence pillar management
• Ability to collaborate with people at all levels of the organization
• Willing to relocate for next assignment

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