Sr Mgr, IT Apps (MES)
About The Position
The Senior Manager of MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) leads the strategy, implementation, optimization, and ongoing support of MES solutions across UCT’s manufacturing operations. The role ensures MES platforms support operational excellence, traceability, compliance, and real-time production visibility. Working with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and cross-functional leadership, the position drives digital transformation and standardization across global sites. The role includes implementing MES systems in manufacturing, leading a team, driving innovation, and applying hands-on experience with MES tools. The Senior Manager oversees the MES solution lifecycle and its integration with ERP and other connected systems, while promoting system reliability, security, compliance, consistent workflows, and data-driven production improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Manufacturing Systems, or a related field.
- 15+ years of experience in MES, manufacturing systems, or production IT environments.
- 10+ years of experience in a leadership or managerial role.
- Hands-on experience implementing or supporting MES in a production setting.
- Proven track record of leading cross-functional initiatives and delivering technology solutions.
- Deep knowledge of MES platforms such as Camstar, Promis, or custom MES solutions.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, shop-floor operations, and production workflows.
- Experience leading multi-site MES implementations and managing full project lifecycles.
- Expertise integrating MES with ERP, automation layers such as SCADA/PLC, and supporting systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
- Exceptional leadership and communication skills for working with executive, technical, and operational stakeholders.
- Experience managing vendors, contracts, and technology roadmaps.
- Ability to operate in fast-paced, complex, and highly regulated manufacturing environments.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Business, or Technology Management.
- Experience in high-tech, semiconductor, industrial equipment, or precision manufacturing environments.
- Experience with SAP ERP integration or digital factory technologies.
- Prior leadership in global or multi-site MES deployments.
- Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or operational excellence frameworks.
- Experience in digital manufacturing, Industry 4.0, and data-driven process optimization.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the MES strategy in alignment with manufacturing and digital transformation goals.
- Lead the design, deployment, integration, and enhancement of MES solutions across production facilities.
- Manage MES engineers and analysts, providing technical leadership and mentorship.
- Collaborate with Operations, Quality, and Engineering to translate business needs into scalable MES functionality.
- Oversee system upgrades, configuration management, data governance, and change control.
- Ensure seamless integration between MES and connected systems such as ERP.
- Drive standardization of MES workflows, master data, and best practices across global sites.
- Establish KPIs and reporting dashboards for real-time production performance analysis.
- Ensure system reliability, security, compliance, and adherence to regulatory and industry standards.
- Manage vendor relationships, solution roadmaps, and service agreements.
- Lead root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives related to MES performance and production efficiency.
- Govern documentation, user training, and adoption of MES functionality across operations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
