The Solution Delivery Organization is aligned within the enterprise process framework to the Accountable Executive/Global Process Owner (AE/GPO) organization for the purpose of business technology strategy development, solution discovery, service management, risk management and relationship management. As a member of the Solution Delivery Organization, a MES analyst will analyze business processes and working closely with the Solution Architect(s), Process analysts, as well as business and/or process experts to develop, document and deliver end-to-end process and systems solutions which enable ADM’s strategy.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide deep MES expertise from a functional & technical perspective as well as demonstrated knowledge on process and Technical integration of MES Solutions with ERP.
• Provide good expertise and demonstrated knowledge of MES integration into Process Automation Solutions as well as other MOM Solutions.
• Provide good expertise and demonstrated knowledge of MES related processes inside the ERP world (preferably SAP).
• Participate in design for and deployment of integrated end-to-end solutions; partner with other IT delivery team member to ensure efficient and effective design, development and implementation of solutions.
• Participate in end-to-end design workshops, providing knowledge of industry best practices and application of global MES implementation experience.
• Ability to connect ERP and MES systems from an MES perspective focused on an efficient and optimized production process
• Analyze and understand the Business processes in your working area and partner with Business to come to solutions which allows efficient and lean Business Processes
• Analyze and understand Process Automation Solutions and how they connect to MES
• Document fit/gap analysis and design decisions; ensure deviations from “out of the box” functionality have sufficient business justification and positive value proposition
• Complete functional specifications for reports, interfaces, conversions, enhancements, forms, and/or workflow (RICEFW)
• Interface with 3rd party vendors for technical consulting during solution design, development, and ongoing support.
• Partner with development (RICEFW) team members to ensure technical design and delivery align to functional specifications and adhere to needed quality
• Complete system configuration work
• As needed, provide input to architecture, security, and data standards; ensure end-to-end solutions adhere to these standards.
• Provide input to role based security designs and solutions
• Share knowledge of technology risks and opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness within the respective process area
• Provide regular and accurate status updates and other documentation to management for assigned project, support, and enhancement work.
• Participate in estimates for time and resource needs of identified solutions
• Support project implementation transition to the support organization through documentation and knowledge transfer.
• Provide technical expertise required to resolve escalated support issues.
• As needed, provide technical input in support of audit requests.
• Partner with other process and system experts to identify and implement business process continuous improvements opportunities

Job Requirements:

• 3 – 5 years’ experience designing MES systems.
• Provide deep MES expertise from a functional & technical perspective as well as demonstrated knowledge on process and Technical integration of MES Solutions with ERP.
• Provide good expertise and demonstrated knowledge of MES integration into Process Automation Solutions as well as other MOM Solutions.
• Deep knowledge with integration of MES Systems with ERP from a technical as from a process perspective
• Deep knowledge with MES integration and Process Automation solutions
• Strong understanding how internal warehouse deliveries and MES functions tie together
• Good understanding on ERP solutions covering the following processes : production planning, production execution, manufacturing operations/execution
• Good understanding of production control systems, distributed control systems
• Experience with Batch Processing preferably in the Food Industry
• Experience in Error Handling Processes between ERP and MES and Process Automation Solutions
• Experience with functional designs using common interface techniques / technologies (PI/PO, MII)
• Knowledge of key integration areas in Procurement, Supply Chain, Warehouse Management and Quality Management.
• Exhibits ability to work both in a team environment and independently
• Strong analytical, organization, time management, facilitation, and process management skills
• Demonstrated high level of written, verbal and interpersonal skills to communicate technical and non-technical information, ideas, procedures and processes.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, changing environment, and with all levels of the organization and cope with rapidly changing information
• Ability to evaluate and negotiate priorities and adapt to new/evolving individual and team assignments as adjustments are needed.
• Ability to effectively communicate to all levels of an organization how current trends and technology can address identified business needs and capabilities
• Interact and deal effectively with all levels of employees while maintaining a professional manner; willingness and effectiveness in challenging the status-quo.
• Maintains a positive work environment through teamwork & conflict resolution
• Expected to work occasional weekends, holidays, overtime, or a variety of shifts, when needed, to meet deadlines
• Ability and willingness to travel by auto and air as needed to achieve business objectives
• Bachelor’s degree related to Information Systems, Business or other relevant academic discipline with a minimum 3 years job experience in IT or process area(s)

Relocation assistance is available with this position.

This position offers a complete benefit package, including 401K/ESOP, pension, health, life and dental insurance.