Manufacturing Systems Principal Analyst

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a highly qualified Manufacturing Systems Principal Analyst to join our team in Nashville, TN. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting upgrading our Manufacturing Execution Systems and plan manufacturing processes.

• Manage configuration and software development for Manufacturing Execution Systems/Plant Maintenance Systems, their interfaces and business capabilities across all Altria plants
• Understand and capture process requirements, match against platform capabilities, develop appropriate solutions focusing on simplification and standardization of technology and process across business operations
• Lead external development teams and peer resources to accomplish agile based release of manufacturing capabilities
• Enable quick onboarding of new product manufacturing into standard manufacturing applications/platforms
• Develop reporting and analytics for manufacturing in coordination with other analytics resources within the company

• B.S. in Computer Science or Engineering from an accredited college/university
• Proven experience in software development and or implementation
• Proven experience implementing or leading the implementation of MES, MOM, batch control and tracking and other manufacturing applications
• Experience in all project phases including requirements gathering, design, development, and implementation
• Experience with an object-oriented programming language and SQL
• Familiarity with key manufacturing metrics and reporting systems
• Experience with Application Programming Interface development
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks, have excellent attention to detail, and be willing and able to learn new technologies quickly
• Must have experience successfully interacting and working with customers at multiple levels of responsibility in a manufacturing or production environment
• Must have solid verbal and written communication skills
• Must be willing to work onsite in a plant environment

• Experience with C# .NET & MS SQL Server
• Experience with design and development of interfaces with business systems (ERP, WMS, etc.)
• Experience with Rockwell PLC/HMI, Thin Manager Thin Client, Kepware OPC, etc.
• Experience with SCADA systems, Barcode scanners, RFID, Machine vision
• MES platform experience (Parsec TrakSYS, etc.)

• Annual performance incentive based on individual and company performance
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to support you and your loved ones
• Flexible Work Environment to include vacation and generous holidays
• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (401K) with matching contributions on day 1, including a yearly company contribution
• Paid Paternity and Maternity Leave
• Employee Recognition Awards Equal Opportunity Employer

  We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment.