MES Production Scheduling Lead

GIVAUDAN SINGAPORE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading flavor and fragrance company is looking for an MES Production Scheduling Lead in Singapore. This role focuses on optimizing production planning, resource allocation, and aligning operational goals with the functionalities of the Manufacturing Execution System. The ideal candidate must have over 5 years of experience in production planning and scheduling, as well as familiarity with MES and APS systems. You will drive continuous improvement and innovation in a collaborative teamwork culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, and capacity management.
• Familiarity with MES and APS systems, including their integration into manufacturing workflows.
• Analytical skills to increase planning and scheduling processes based on data insights.

Responsibilities

• Identify areas for improvement in planning and detailed scheduling.
• Collaborate with the MES team to align system functionalities with production requirements.
• Ensure the MES supports accurate production planning, capacity management, and scheduling.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Capacity management

Analytical skills

Tools

APS systems

MES solutions

Job description

MES Production Scheduling Lead

Join us as our next MES Production Scheduling Lead reporting to our MES Business Owner. You will ensure that the MES (Manufacturing Execution System) enhances production planning and resource scheduling. You will focus on optimizing resource allocation, improving production timelines, and aligning operational goals with the MES's functionalities. You'll help ensure that production schedules run smoothly, and within the system. You will bridge the gap between production teams and digital systems, driving continuous improvement and innovation.

Travel Requirement 25%

In this exciting role you will:

• Identify areas for improvement in planning and detailed scheduling that can be achieved with the new APS
• In-depth knowledge of APS solutions, their possibilities, and functionalities. Knowledge of Parsec's Tracksys MES solution is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Ensure the MES supports accurate production planning, capacity management, and scheduling.
• Collaborate with the MES team to align system functionalities with real-world production requirements.
• Validate and test scheduling functionalities within the APS to ensure system reliability and accuracy, thereby building the template.
• Improve planning by providing insights on resource allocation, lead times, and production constraints.
• Identify and implement best practices for detailed scheduling in complex manufacturing environments.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in production planning, scheduling, and capacity management.
• Familiarity with MES and APS systems, including their integration into manufacturing workflows.
• Analytical skills to increase planning and scheduling processes based on data insights.
• Experience in manufacturing or supply chain environments.

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people’s lives. You work within an inspiring teamwork culture – where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions. Every essence of you enriches our world.