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Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated MES Infrastructure and Platform Administrator to join our Manufacturing Execution System (MES) team. As the MES Infrastructure and Platform Administrator, you will be responsible for the administration, configuration, and support of our Emerson Syncade MES platform and infrastructure. You will execute platform and infrastructure upgrade projects, develop Quality Review Manager (QRM), labels, and reports, and provide training to new MES resources and end users. Additionally, you will be part of a rotational on-call support team for manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain the Emerson Syncade MES platform and infrastructure, including user access management, system configurations, and security settings.
• Execute Emerson Syncade MES platform and infrastructure upgrade projects, ensuring smooth transition and minimal disruption to manufacturing operations.
• Develop a deep understanding of the Emerson Syncade MES technology platform to support investigations, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Execute Quality Review Manager (QRM), labels, and reports development projects within the Emerson Syncade MES system.
• Utilize tools such as Infobatch and Bartender application for labeling and reporting.
• Create and maintain the MES Platform Administration framework, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Deliver training on the Emerson Syncade MES platform to new MES resources and end users, ensuring their proficiency in utilizing the system.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and implement system enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, such as FDA regulations and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines, during system changes and upgrades.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Emerson Syncade MES system functionality and data integrity, working closely with IT and vendor support teams.
• Provide rotational on-call support for manufacturing operations, addressing urgent system issues and ensuring minimal disruption to production.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in MES systems, providing recommendations for system optimization and process improvements.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and initiatives to drive continuous improvement and align MES system capabilities with business requirements.
• Knowledge of industry standard integration protocols and programming applications such as OPC, ODBC, SQL, and Web API.
• SQL Server Administration and SQL programming.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of experience in Emerson Syncade MES platform administration, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Strong knowledge of Emerson Syncade MES system, including administration, configuration, and user access management.
• Experience in executing Emerson Syncade MES platform and infrastructure upgrade projects.
• Proficiency in Quality Review Manager (QRM), labels, and reports development within the Emerson Syncade MES system.
• Experience with Infobatch and Bartender application for labeling and reporting.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements, such as FDA regulations and GMP guidelines, in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to analyze complex issues and provide effective solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of industry standard integration protocols and programming applications such as OPC, ODBC, SQL, and Web API.
• SQL Server Administration and SQL programming.
• Familiarity with software development principles and methodologies.
• Knowledge of web application development technologies and frameworks.

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On-site Protocol

BMS has a diverse occupancy structure that determines where an employee is required to conduct their work. This structure includes site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design jobs. The occupancy type that you are assigned is determined by the nature and responsibilities of your role:

Site-essential roles require 100% of shifts onsite at your assigned facility. Site-by-design roles may be eligible for a hybrid work model with at least 50% onsite at your assigned facility. For these roles, onsite presence is considered an essential job function and is critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, and a positive Company culture. For field-based and remote-by-design roles the ability to physically travel to visit customers, patients or business partners and to attend meetings on behalf of BMS as directed is an essential job function.

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