Manager, MES Development

Cerro Wire LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of MES or manufacturing systems development experience.
• 2+ years in a technical or team leadership role.
• Experience with MES platforms (Ignition, Factory Talk, Opcenter, or similar).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and PLC-driven environments.
• Experience integrating MES with ERP systems (Sage X3 preferred).
• Strong SQL and application development skills (Python, C#, Java).

• Lead architecture and development of MES applications supporting real-time line status, downtime, scrap reporting, traceability, and operator workflows.
• Define MES standards, integration patterns, and coding best practices.
• Integrate MES with PLCs, Sage X3 ERP, OT data sources, and Power BI reporting.
• Lead and mentor MES developers; perform code reviews and technical coaching.
• Partner with Operations and Engineering to improve OEE, downtime, and scrap visibility.
• Own MES project delivery from requirements through deployment and hypercare.
• Ensure solutions meet OT cybersecurity, access control, and audit requirements.

• Experience in wire, cable, or discrete manufacturing.
• Experience with Power BI or real-time manufacturing dashboards.
• Familiarity with ISA-95 / Purdue Model concepts.
• Experience supporting multi-site MES deployments.
• Knowledge of OT networking and cybersecurity practices.

• Stable and scalable MES solutions across Cerrowire plants.
• Improved real-time visibility into production, downtime, and scrap.
• Strong partnership with Operations and Engineering.
• On-time delivery of MES initiatives.
• A skilled and engaged MES development team.

• Able to sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to hear ordinary conversations and phone communications.
• Air-conditioned and/or heated office setting.
• Occasional travel to company locations as needed.
• Ability to work remote.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to , and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.