Business Analyst (IT Manufacturing/ Manufacturing Execution System)

Avery Dennison; Bandar Baru Bangi; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials science company in Malaysia seeks an experienced MES/OT Business Analyst to bridge automation and business operations. The candidate will leverage an engineering background to drive digital solutions across Asia-Pacific, focusing on Manufacturing Execution Systems and Operational Technology. Essential skills include strong problem-solving capabilities, effective communication in English and Mandarin, and at least 5-8 years experience in manufacturing or IT projects. This role offers opportunities to implement innovative strategies in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 - 8 years of experience in manufacturing or IT projects within SCM, MES, or OT.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, MES, and APS solutions.
• Experience with large scale MES or ERP implementations is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead requirement workshops to capture business needs.
• Translate business objectives into clear functional specifications.
• Review manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies and improvement areas.
• Perform data analysis and prepare legacy data for system conversion.

Skills

Supply chain planning

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills (English)

Mandarin/Chinese

Education

Bachelor degree or higher

Engineering background (Industrial, Automation, Electrical, Mechanical)

Tools

Microsoft SQL Server

Oracle environments

Job description

Business Analyst (IT Manufacturing/ Manufacturing Execution System)

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2024 were $8.8 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

AVERY DENNISON IS PROUD TO BE CERTIFIED GREAT PLACE TO WORK IN AUSTRALIA, CHINA, INDIA, INDONESIA, SINGAPORE, THAILAND AND VIETNAM, AND RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF THE BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR IN ASIA IN GREATER CHINA AND VIETNAM.

About the Job

We are seeking a MES/OT Business Analyst to join our IT team and serve as a key consultant who bridges the gap between shop-floor automation (PLCs, SCADA, DCS) and business operations (MES, ERP). This critical role is integral to the FX/MFG4.0 solution portfolio, requiring deep expertise in Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Operational Technology (OT), and Supply Chain.

The successful candidate will leverage an engineering background and strong IT affinity to lead analysis, propose tailored digital solutions, and guide their implementation across Asia-Pacific plants to drive continuous operational excellence. This role blends the technical understanding of manufacturing systems with the business acumen to propose solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and profitability.

Your Responsibilities

Requirements and Solution Design

• Lead requirement workshops to capture business needs
• Translate business objectives into clear functional specifications
• Analyse business processes and define logical solutions for MES and OT
• Recommend enhancements or configuration changes where required
• Support digital transformation and system architecture design across ERP MES and OT
• Map and propose integration strategies across PLCs SCADA or DCS systems MES and ERP

Industrial Consulting and Process Optimisation

• Review manufacturing processes from machine level to enterprise level to identify inefficiencies and integration gaps
• Recommend improvements that deliver measurable business value
• Build ROI cases for technology adoption efficiency gains and quality improvement
• Support Industry 4.0 initiatives and smart manufacturing projects
• Promote consistent global processes using standard system functionality

Implementation and Quality Assurance

• Perform data analysis data mapping and prepare legacy data for system conversion
• Lead testing activities including functional testing and regression testing for patches and upgrades
• Manage defects and ensure timely resolution throughout the system development cycle
• Track project timelines deliver individual tasks and manage assigned projects from start to finish

Training and Change Management

• Prepare and deliver training for end users and operations analysts
• Create user guides process documentation and procedures that meet company standards
• Support process change initiatives and adoption of new functionality.

Education and Background

• Bachelor degree or higher
• Engineering background preferred, especially Industrial, Automation, Electrical, Mechanical, or related fields

Professional Experience

• Minimum 5 - 8 years of experience in manufacturing or IT projects within SCM, MES, or OT
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, MES, and APS solutions
• Experience with large scale MES or ERP implementations is an advantage
• Exposure to production planning, plant operations, or IT and OT integration work

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of supply chain planning and production scheduling
• Familiarity with order management, inventory, warehouse, shipping, transportation, WIP, and BOM processes
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Knowledge of MES functions such as scheduling, traceability, quality management and OEE
• Understanding of ERP integration with systems such as SAP, Oracle or Microsoft Dynamics
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols including OPC UA, Modbus, Siemens and Allen Bradley
• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle environments
• Able to work effectively in both plant floor and senior stakeholder settings

Communication and Travel

• Strong communication skills in English
• Candidates based in Malaysia must be able to speak Mandarin/Chinese
• Able to explain complex technical topics in business friendly language
• Willing to travel domestically and internationally

Advantageous

• Experience with Oracle ERP
• Knowledge of IoT solutions
• Basic understanding of PLC, automation and SCADA systems
• Experience with presentations using Google tools
• Experience in on call support for OT systems

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