Manufacturing Systems Analyst

Ashby Finance; Preston Capes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashby Finance seeks a Manufacturing Systems Analyst for a luxury automotive brand near Daventry on a contract-to-permanent basis. You will manage MES, support data sharing with ERP, and drive system improvements to optimise uptime and costs.

Role involves upgrades, data integrity, and cross-functional collaboration in a modern facility with day shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience with MES and ERP data sharing for KPIs.
• Ability to administer MES-related documents and data.
• Support manufacturing users and resolve system issues.

Responsibilities

• Implement, configure, and maintain MES; run updates.
• Share data between ERP and other apps; track KPIs.
• Administer MES-related documents and security.
• Provide user support; troubleshoot software/hardware.
• Ensure system integration with inventory, supply chain, QA.
• Monitor performance; drive continuous improvement.
• Lead MES upgrades; test and deploy to production.

Skills

MES management

ERP integration

Data integrity

Technical support

System upgrades

Documentation management

Tools

Siemens Opcenter

Job description

Contract: Contract to Permanent

Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:00am – 4:30pm, Friday 7:00am – 12:45pm

Location: Near Daventry

Salary: £40,000 – £44,000 per annum
Contract: Contract to Permanent
Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:00am – 4:30pm, Friday 7:00am – 12:45pm

Manufacturing Systems Analyst required to join a luxury automotive brand based in Daventry on a contract-to-permanent basis.

Our client is an automotive luxury brand, with a global reputation for bespoke restorations. Working with some of the most iconic designs using modern engineering, this company is one of a kind and their attention to detail is second to none. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of skilled Manufacturing Engineers, offering the opportunity to place your name against some of the world’s most eye-catching and valued roadworthy vehicles whilst partnering with globally renowned organisations to deliver a company vision which surpasses expectations.

Due to the continuous growth, our client is looking for a Manufacturing Systems Analyst to join their team. Assisting in the continued management of our manufacturing systems, you will have the opportunity to be part of exciting new model launches and engineering changes using your ability to manage manufacturing systems such as MES to assist in the execution of all manufacturing practices, resulting in the optimisation of resources, increased uptime and reduction in costs.

In return, you will join an inclusive and supportive team with a great attitude and family culture within a modern facility. This position is on a contract-to-permanent basis, working a Day Shift Monday to Friday and benefitting from a competitive salary.

Responsibilities Of The Manufacturing Systems Analyst

• Responsible for the implementation, configuration, and maintenance of manufacturing execution systems (MES) & running updates.
• Data sharing between enterprise resource planning (ERP) and other relevant applications, including production KPIs.
• Responsible for general administration of documents related to (but external to) the MES system.

User Support

• Provide technical support to manufacturing personnel and end-users, assisting with system-related issues, troubleshooting problems, and resolving software or hardware conflicts.
• This may involve diagnosing issues, providing training, and ensuring the smooth operation of manufacturing systems.
• Resolving/raising concern tickets with the software developer and following through to implementation.

Data Management

• Responsible for managing and maintaining data integrity within manufacturing systems.
• This includes vehicle build book, data backups, data migration, data cleansing, and data security measures to protect sensitive manufacturing information.

System Integration

• Ensure smooth integration with other systems such as inventory management, supply chain management, and quality control systems, coordinating with other teams or vendors to establish data flows and connectivity.
• Support with system issue resolutions across the MES through tickets and system update implementation.
• Working cross-functionally, responsible for implementation of MES upgrades including testing & troubleshooting to ensure smooth introduction to live production environment.

System Monitoring And Performance Optimisation

• Monitor the performance of manufacturing systems, proactively identify and resolve issues that could impact production efficiency.

Continuous Improvement

• Actively participate in identifying opportunities for process improvement within manufacturing systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement enhancements, streamline workflows, and optimise system functionality.

Advantageous to have experience with Siemens Opcenter, but not essential.