We are seeking a MES & Manufacturing Systems Specialist to support the daily operation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of our Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and related shop-floor applications. This role helps maintain stable production operations, accurate production data, and product traceability.
The specialist will work closely with Production, Quality, Warehouse, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to support coordinated operations across MES, SAP, SCADA, and shop-floor automation systems, and help prepare and launch systems for new programs, equipment, and production lines.
Key Responsibilities
1. Daily MES Support and Troubleshooting
Provide daily MES support and resolve issues involving user access and permissions, operator terminals, production order execution, material scanning, production reporting, defect recording, label printing, and product traceability. Prioritize issues based on their impact on production and drive timely resolution.
2. Production Incident Response and Resolution
Respond promptly to system incidents affecting production lines, diagnose faults, and restore normal system operation. Track issues through closure, identify and document root causes and corrective actions, and reduce recurring incidents.
3. SCADA and Equipment Data Collection Support
Support data connectivity and use across MES, SCADA, and equipment data collection platforms. Help troubleshoot issues involving machine status, production counts, downtime, and quality data. Work with automation and equipment engineers on issues involving machine controls or PLCs.
4. New Program, Equipment, and Production Line Launch Support
Participate in requirements definition, system configuration, testing, user acceptance testing, and launch support for new programs and production line changes. Work with the SAP PP specialist and master data owners to validate MES configurations and mappings for production lines, work centers, operations, and operator terminals, as well as label configurations and traceability rules.
5. Shop-Floor Automation and Logistics Systems Support
Support workflows and interfaces between MES, automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and other shop-floor applications in line with the plant’s systems roadmap. Collaborate with the warehouse systems owner, automation teams, and vendors to troubleshoot cross-system issues and verify resolutions.
6. User Training, Documentation, and Continuous Improvement
Train shop-floor users and maintain operating instructions, troubleshooting guides, and a support knowledge base. Gather and analyze business requirements to improve systems and processes, reduce manual recordkeeping, and increase data accuracy and operational efficiency. Help validate data used in operational reports, including production output, good-unit counts, defect counts, and downtime.
To be a qualified candidate, you must have the following:- Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Automation, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
- Hands-on experience implementing or supporting MES in a manufacturing environment, with the ability to troubleshoot common shop-floor issues independently and coordinate the resolution of complex issues.
- Understanding of core manufacturing processes, including production execution, material consumption, production reporting, quality recording, and product traceability.
- Ability to investigate issues using application logs, basic SQL queries, or interface monitoring tools.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with operators, business owners, technical teams, and vendors, and take ownership of issues through resolution.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English during daily plant operations and clearly document issues and resolutions.
- Experience in automotive components or other discrete manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with SCADA, industrial data collection, or data exchange between PLCs and higher-level systems.
- Experience integrating or supporting AS/RS, AGVs, or other factory automation systems.
Why work for Minth? Here are the advantages of working at Minth.
- International development platform
- Competitive salary with bonus potential
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and 401k matching
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Information Systems, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, or a related field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency using AI tools to improve productivity and support business processes
- Strong interest in ERP systems, digital transformation, and business applications
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and international environments
- Good written and verbal English communication skills
- Self-motivated and willing to learn new technologies and business processes
- Knowledge of SAP ERP, MES, manufacturing, supply chain, or Operations processes
- Experience with Excel, Power BI, Python, or AI-assisted analytics tools
- Previous internship, project, or academic experience related to manufacturing or enterprise systems
What We Do
Minth Group stands as a global leader in the manufacturing of exterior and structural automotive parts. With a workforce of 27,367 employees distributed across four business units and 78 global plants and offices, our operations span four continents and 15 countries. We take immense pride in serving a diverse clientele, encompassing over 80 automobile brands from all over the world. Leveraging one of the world’s most comprehensive and diverse customer platforms, Minth has made significant investments in the electrification of the automotive industry, positioning itself as the world's largest supplier of battery enclosures and body structure components. At Minth Group, our commitment extends beyond business success to the creation of a sustainable society and future for all. We champion green innovations and increasingly adopt green energy in our operations. Concurrently, we are dedicated to providing high-performance, superior-quality automotive parts that adhere to the highest global standards, continually driving innovation within the automotive industry.
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