Sr Mgr, IT Apps (MES)

Chandler AZ • Phoenix, AZ

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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 that MES platforms enable operational excellence, traceability, compliance, and real-time production visibility. It partners with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and cross-functional leadership to drive digital transformation and standardization across global sites.

The position leads MES engineers and analysts, provides technical leadership and mentorship, and works hands-on with MES tools. It oversees MES design, deployment, integration, upgrades, configuration management, data governance, and change control, while ensuring reliable and secure systems that meet applicable regulatory and industry standards. The role also leads vendor relationships, roadmaps, service agreements, documentation, training, and adoption of MES capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, manufacturing systems, or a related field.
• 15 or more years of experience in MES, manufacturing systems, or production IT environments.
• 10 or more 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 life cycles.
• Expertise integrating MES with ERP (SAP preferred), automation layers (SCADA/PLC), and supporting systems.
• Demonstrated experience in digital manufacturing, Industry 4.0, and data-driven process optimization.
• 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 work 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an MES strategy aligned with manufacturing and digital transformation goals.
• Lead the design, deployment, integration, and enhancement of MES solutions across production facilities.
• Manage and mentor a team of MES engineers and analysts and provide technical leadership.
• 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 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 MES documentation, user training, and adoption across operations.
• Lead MES implementation initiatives in manufacturing and drive innovation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior