Job Description

Role Statement

The Plant Level MES Analyst is the dedicated on-ground IT Supply Chain & MES resource at the assigned manufacturing plant(s). This role combines hands-on SCADA/Ignition development and solution architecture expertise with deep knowledge of Advance Planning and Scheduling (APS), Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS) to execute the full spectrum of Digital Factory implementations at plant level. The analyst serves as the primary IT interface for shop-floor technology - driving Ignition MES deployments, WMS/TMS go-lives, APS enhancements and maintenance, and Oracle EBS integration while coordinating with Operations, ME/AME, vendors, and IT Infrastructure teams for effective deployment and sustained operations.

Key Duties
MES / Ignition Deployment & Support
 Execute Ignition MES deployment and configuration at assigned plant(s) per global methodology
 Support Brick-to-Ignition transition activities at applicable EMEA plants
 Coordinate CyberPlan (APS) and QMS deployment support at plant level as required
 Drive system stability, regular upgrades, patches, and enhancements post go-live
SCADA / Ignition Development & Solution Architecture
 Develop and maintain SCADA/Ignition solutions at plant level - including HMI screen development (Vision & Perspective), tag configuration, alarming, historical data logging, and real-time production dashboards
 Design and implement plant-level Ignition architecture - defining gateway setup, module configuration, device connectivity (PLCs, sensors, barcode readers), edge computing setup, and data flow design aligned with enterprise standards
 Build and maintain Ignition scripting (Python/Jython), templates, and reusable components per global standards
 Configure OPC-UA, Modbus, MQTT, and other industrial communication protocols for PLC/sensor integration on the shop floor
WMS & TMS Deployment (IT Side)
 Lead WMS (Warehouse Management System) deployment from the IT side at plant level - including system configuration, warehouse setup, inventory zone mapping, pick/pack/ship workflows, cycle counting, and integration with shop-floor operations
 Lead TMS (Transportation Management System) deployment from the IT side at plant level - including carrier setup, route optimization configuration, shipment tracking, freight management, and dock scheduling integration
 Manage all WMS & TMS applications at plant level - ensuring system availability, performance monitoring, user access management, and alignment with global application standards

WMS & TMS Systems Knowledge
 Maintain strong knowledge of all WMS & TMS systems, equipment, operating models, applications, and server connectivity:
 Systems: Oracle WMS, Oracle TMS, and comparable platforms deployed at the plant
 Equipment: Barcode scanners, RF handheld devices, label printers (Zebra), conveyor/sortation systems, automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS), weigh scales, dock levellers, GPS trackers
 Operating Models: 3PL managed warehouses, in-house warehousing, cross-docking, hub-and-spoke distribution, zone/wave picking, milk-run logistics, FTL/LTL shipping
 Applications: Warehouse Control Systems (WCS), Yard Management Systems (YMS), Fleet Management, Carrier Portals Management, EDI/ASN processing
 Connectivity to Servers: Server architecture for WMS/TMS (on-prem and cloud), database connectivity (Oracle DB, SQL Server), API/web service integration, middleware platforms, network/firewall configuration, VPN/site-to-site connectivity
Oracle EBS Integration
 Execute Oracle EBS integration at plant level - ensuring bi-directional data flows between Ignition MES, WMS, TMS, and Oracle EBS for work orders, BOMs, routings, inventory transactions, shipping confirmations, ASN processing, and production reporting
 Maintain and troubleshoot integration interfaces (REST APIs, database connectors, middleware) to ensure real-time, reliable data exchange between shop-floor systems and ERP
Shop-Floor Coordination & Operations
 Coordinate shop-floor deployment with Operations, Quality, and ME/AME teams
 Manage vendor and contractor activities at plant level for all MES, APS, WMS, and TMS implementations
 Ensure infrastructure readiness for all systems - coordinating with IT Infrastructure team for network configuration, firewall rules, database connectivity, and server provisioning
 Facilitate user training and adoption at plant level for all deployed IT SC & MES systems
 Document plant-specific configurations, integration mappings, operational procedures, and runbooks
 Provide deployment status updates to the regional MES Specialist and IT Ops BRM

Qualification and Experience
Required
 5-8 years of experience in manufacturing IT, MES, WMS, TMS, or industrial automation within a manufacturing/warehouse/logistics environment
 Strong hands-on experience as a SCADA / Ignition Developer - proficiency in Inductive Automation's Ignition platform including scripting (Python/Jython), tag configuration, HMI/SCADA screen development (Vision & Perspective modules), alarming, historical data logging, and real-time dashboard creation
 Strong experience as an Ignition Solution Architect - ability to design plant-level Ignition gateway architecture, module selection, device connectivity (PLCs, sensors, barcode readers), edge computing setup, and data flow design aligned with enterprise standards
 Strong experience in TMS & WMS deployment from IT side - hands-on expertise deploying Oracle WMS, Oracle TMS, or equivalent systems including system configuration, warehouse/transport setup, workflow design, integration testing, cutover, and go-live support
 Strong knowledge of all WMS & TMS systems - comprehensive understanding of systems (Oracle WMS/TMS and comparable platforms), equipment (scanners, RF devices, label printers, conveyors, AS/RS), operating models (3PL, in-house, cross-dock, hub-and-spoke), applications (WCS, YMS, Fleet Management, EDI/ASN), and connectivity to servers (database, APIs, middleware, network/firewall, VPN)
 Good knowledge of Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS) - understanding of capacity scheduling, demand/supply planning, constraint-based optimization, and how APS outputs (production and shipment schedules) drive execution in MES, WMS, and TMS, with experience integrating APS systems with Oracle EBS and shop-floor/warehouse execution layers.
 Strong experience in Integration with Oracle EBS - hands-on expertise integrating WMS, TMS, and Ignition MES with Oracle EBS for inventory sync, order management, shipping confirmations, production reporting, and cost accounting via APIs, database connectors, or middleware
 Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, shop-floor operations, and warehouse/logistics workflows
 Demonstrated experience executing system deployments at plant or warehouse level
Preferred
 Experience with Ignition MES modules (OEE, Downtime Tracking, Production Scheduling, Track & Trace)
 Knowledge of MQTT/Sparkplug B and IIoT protocols for shop-floor data acquisition
 Familiarity with QMS deployment and quality process automation
 Experience with CyberPlan or similar APS tools for supply chain planning integration
 Knowledge of PLC/SCADA communication protocols (OPC-UA, Modbus, Ethernet/IP)
 Experience with Brick MES platform or legacy MES
 Background in discrete manufacturing, HVAC, industrial, or automotive sectors
 Inductive Automation Ignition certifications (Core, Gold)
 Oracle WMS/TMS implementation experience or certifications
 Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
 Multilingual capability an advantage

Key Performance Indicators
 On-time deployment of Ignition MES, WMS, and TMS at assigned plant(s)
 System uptime and first-level issue resolution time post go-live
 EBS integration data accuracy and real-time sync reliability
 APS, WMS & TMS system availability and performance metrics
 User adoption and training completion rates at plant level
 Documentation completeness for plant-specific configurations and procedures
 Vendor and contractor delivery adherence at plant level