MES Manager

About the role

Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Company is seeking a MES Manager who will manage the development, installation, and administration of manufacturing information systems. This role will lead the development and support of systems that enable efficient, data-driven production operations, implementing and optimizing manufacturing technology solutions, integrating shop floor systems with enterprise platforms, and driving improvements in visibility, performance, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design and deployment of a new MES solution.
• Maintain existing manufacturing execution/information systems and oversee configuration, implementation, and user acceptance of new or enhanced modules.
• Define and support system architecture that connects production equipment with enterprise platforms.
• Establish data collection, storage, and reporting capabilities to improve operational visibility and decision-making.
• Collect data management or functionality requirements from production departments and coordinate with internal/external development departments to ensure requirements are met.
• Develop dashboards and reporting tools to monitor production performance and key metrics. Generate reports tracking production items through the production lifecycle.
• Drive continuous improvement through advanced analytics, automation, and emerging technologies.
• Partner with operations, engineering, and IT teams to gather requirements and deliver scalable solutions.
• Ensure that system specifications, input and output processes, and working parameters for hardware and software are compatible with existing systems and promote stability across technology platforms.
• Monitor system availability against established performance standards and troubleshoot and resolve networking and operating system problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in manufacturing systems, MES, or industrial automation environments.
• Experience with:
  • Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and SCADA platforms.
  • Industrial automation systems, including PLCs and HMIs.
  • Data collection from production equipment and IIoT devices.
  • Database management (e.g., SQL) and system integration.
  • Cloud platforms and enterprise system integration (ERP).
• Proven experience leading system implementations and cross-functional initiatives.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles.
• Ability to work as part of a team, management skills, problem/situation analysis, computer skills, and accounting skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with specific platforms and tools such as:
  • Rockwell Automation (PLC/HMI), Ignition, Kepware.
  • Microsoft Azure and cloud-based data architectures.
  • Microsoft Dynamics 365 (F&O) or similar ERP systems.
  • Power BI or other visualization tools.
  • Programming experience (e.g., JavaScript, C++, or similar).
• Exposure to machine learning, AI, or predictive maintenance applications.
• Experience in highly automated manufacturing environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.