Technical MES Program Manager
Posted Today by 1755673878
Negotiable
Outside
Hybrid
USA
Summary: The Technical MES Program Manager will lead and manage MES projects in a full-time hybrid role, requiring occasional travel to Harrisburg, PA. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert (SME) in MES with a proven track record of leading large initiatives. This position emphasizes collaboration, project management, and technical expertise to drive transformation and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage MES projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Drive transformation initiatives within MES projects, optimizing processes and systems for improved efficiency and effectiveness.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
- Develop and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, including Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) considerations.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative environment, encouraging team members to contribute to project success.
- Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates and addressing any issues or concerns.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for MES systems and transformations.
- Lead technical discussions and problem-solving sessions, leveraging your expertise to guide the team.
- Monitor and evaluate project performance, implementing corrective actions as needed to ensure successful outcomes.
Key Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- Proven experience as a Program Manager in MES projects and transformations, with a solid technical background
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage diverse teams
- Excellent project management skills, including planning, execution, and risk management
- Familiarity with MES systems, manufacturing processes, and industry standards
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on driving results and continuous improvement
- Master's degree preferred.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Position: Technical MES Program Manager
Remote but would need to make occasional trips to Harrisburg, PA
Misc notes: Must be an SME for MES. Must have led large MES initiatives in the past
Job Description
We are looking for a Technical MES Program manager. This position will be full-time and hybrid.
What You'll Do
- Lead and manage MES projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Drive transformation initiatives within MES projects, optimizing processes and systems for improved efficiency and effectiveness.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
- Develop and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, including Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) considerations.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative environment, encouraging team members to contribute to project success.
- Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates and addressing any issues or concerns.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for MES systems and transformations.
- Lead technical discussions and problem-solving sessions, leveraging your expertise to guide the team.
- Monitor and evaluate project performance, implementing corrective actions as needed to ensure successful outcomes.
What You'll Need
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
- Proven experience as a Program Manager in MES projects and transformations, with a solid technical background
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage diverse teams
- Excellent project management skills, including planning, execution, and risk management
- Familiarity with MES systems, manufacturing processes, and industry standards
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on driving results and continuous improvement
Preferred:
- Master's degree preferred.
Physical Demands
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards
- Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.
- Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor