Manufacturing Execution System; MES -Lead

Manufacturing Execution System (MES) - Lead

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. At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and Med Tech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity.

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Job Function: Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function: Automation Engineering

Job Category: People Leader

All Job Posting Locations: Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at  J&J is expanding our manufacturing capacity with $2 billion investment to support strong portfolio growth and continue delivering breakthrough innovation and transformational medicines for patients.

The new facility will expand production of innovative biologic medicines in areas including oncology, immunology, and neuroscience. J&J’s significant supply chain investment ensures a resilient and reliable future supply of medicines to meet accelerating demand for our current portfolio of medicines and our future innovations. The GET (Global Engineering & Technology) organization operates as one integrated team in the delivery of Engineering, Maintenance and Execution Systems solutions.

We operate in a standard, coordinated and consistent manner in support of the current and future requirements of our Manufacturing and Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) and in partnership with key internal/external network. Apply today for this great opportunity located in Wilson, NC!

• Lead the design, deployment and continuous improvement of site MES
• Oversee a technical team of vendors and contractors to ensure requirements are implemented and tested correctly
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, and IT to identify and implement digital solutions that enhance productivity and data accuracy
• Lead the planning, execution, and completion of MES application configuration activities such as M , item management, equipment management and label management from start to finish. This includes defining project scope, creating technical designs, and managing project execution
• Work hand‑on with IT in seamless integration of the MES with other enterprise and shop floor systems such as ERP, SCADA, and LIMS to enable real‑time data flow
• Provide in‑depth technical support and troubleshooting for MES‑related issues, including troubleshooting configuration errors and integration challenges with Delta
  
  V. Develop and maintain technical documentation
• Ensure that site and global standards are met
• Lead risk assessments
• Support GMP audits

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, IT, Science or related field; required

Experience And Skills –

Required:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• In‑depth knowledge of MES platforms (e.g., Werum PAS‑X) and interfaces to IT and DCS
• Proficiency in MES software platforms, with strong programming skills in .NET, SQL, PL/SQL, and Java. Expertise with OPC servers and clients for data exchange is also valuable
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to handle complex technical challenges and provide effective solutions
• Proven ability to lead technical teams, manage projects, and mentor junior engineers
• Excellent communication skills to effectively present technical information to both technical and non‑technical…