MES Team Member-Digital Transformation

SUN PHARMA; Mumbai City; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical sector is seeking an MES Team Member for Digital Transformation. Ideal candidates will have over a decade of experience in pharma manufacturing, including MES expertise and L2 integration skills. The role includes optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with global regulations, and driving innovations in digital transformation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in pharma manufacturing/operations with 3+ years in MES implementations.
• Experience with L2 integrations and OT setup is advantageous.
• Understanding of ISA-95 standards and data integrity principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead MES implementation, upgrades, and harmonization across sites.
• Optimize workflows to align with cGMP.
• Collaborate with IT/OT teams for seamless MES-ERP integration.

Skills

Project management

Technical troubleshooting

Communication

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical/Pharma Engineering

Master's preferred

Tools

Werum PAS-X

Ignition SCADA

SQL

Python

Power BI

Tableau

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Job Summary
We are looking for a seasoned professional with 10-15 years in the Indian pharmaceutical industry, including 3+ years specializing in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and L2 integration. This role demands expertise in optimizing MES platforms (e.g., Werum-PASX, Siemens Opcenter, Rockwell PharmaSuite) and integrating Level 2 systems (SCADA, PLCs, historians) to enhance manufacturing efficiency, compliance, and digital transformation. The ideal candidate will ensure adherence to global regulations (FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU GMP, GAMP5) while driving innovation in pharma manufacturing processes.

Experience with implementing greenfield MES and/or being part of core team from inception will be a big plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead MES implementation, upgrades, and harmonization across sites
• Optimize workflows (e.g., batch records, electronic logbooks) to align with cGMP.
• Collaborate with IT/OT teams to ensure seamless MES-ERP (e.g., SAP) integration

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Mentor teams on MES/L2 best practices and digital tools (IIoT, Industry 4.0)
• Work with QA teams during audits
• Work with QA, production, and supply chain to streamline processes

Innovation

• Identify opportunities for advanced analytics, AI/ML, and paperless manufacturing.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and regulatory trends.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s in Chemical/Pharma Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. Master’s preferred.

Experience

• 10+ years in pharma manufacturing/operations, with 3+ years in MES implementations; experience in doing L2 integrations and OT setup will be a big advantage.
• Hands-on experience with MES platforms (e.g., Werum PAS-X); preferred if also proficient on L2 systems (Ignition SCADA, OSIsoft PI etc.)
• Strong grasp of ISA-95 standards, 21 CFR Part 11, and data integrity principles will be a plus

Skills

• Project management (Agile/Waterfall) and leadership.
• Technical troubleshooting and scripting (SQL, Python).
• Excellent communication for stakeholder alignment.
• Certifications (Preferred): PMP, Six Sigma, GAMP5.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with ERP interfaces (SAP S4HANA) and L2 integration
• Experience on cloud-based MES and L4 integration a plus

Knowledge of data analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau) and IIoT platforms.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing