IT MES Specialist

Jobot; Logansport (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with match

Generous PTO

Company holidays

Supportive culture

Long tenure opportunities

Influence real change

Teamwork & autonomy

IT leadership path

Bonus potential

Job summary

Jobot in Logansport, IN seeks an IT MES Specialist to optimize the MES and drive a transition to a new system. Strong background in C#, databases, and manufacturing is required; Mandarin fluency is a bonus.

You will join a growing manufacturer delivering electronic and electromechanical products with a people-first culture and clear path to IT leadership, plus robust benefits and performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/SE or related field
• Experience with databases: Oracle, Firebird, MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL and SQL
• Proficient in C# or another OO language
• 5–10 years in MES/IT or manufacturing systems
• Experience in manufacturing environment
• Mandarin Chinese is a plus or requirement

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and customize the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to support evolving production requirements
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues affecting MES functionality and shop floor operations
• Set up and maintain product routing within the MES environment
• Ensure accurate data collection and analysis to track performance metrics and identify operational trends
• Monitor system performance, security, and stability; perform routine maintenance and apply patches/updates
• Collaborate with IT and Production teams to integrate MES with external equipment, PLCs, SCADA systems, and enterprise systems
• Create and maintain thorough documentation of system designs, configurations, and procedures
• Lead IT projects from conception through completion, including planning, execution, and post‑project documentation

Skills

Mandarin Chinese

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/SE or related field

Tools

Oracle

Firebird

MySQL

MariaDB

PostgreSQL

SQL

C#

Job description

Global, Reputable, and Stable Manufacturer Hiring in Logansport - Excellent Benefits + People First Culture

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

We are hiring an IT MES Specialist in Logansport, IN. Within the first year, you will be responsible for improving the existing MES and eventually transition into implementing a new system. This position offers long‑term growth with a clear path to IT leadership. The ideal candidate will have an extensive background with C#, databases, and will have worked in the manufacturing industry. Bonus points for being able to speak Mandarin fluently.

Join a well-established manufacturer that designs and produces high-quality electronic and electromechanical products used across a range of industrial and automotive applications. This organization has seen significant growth in product lines, especially in recent quarters, and is investing in engineering talent to help scale processes and support continued expansion.

Just as important as the work is the culture. This is a positive, collaborative, and genuinely fun environment where people enjoy working together. Employee tenure is exceptionally strong, many team members have been here 10+ years, reflecting stable leadership, mutual respect, and long‑term career growth.

Why join us?

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance
• Life insurance
• Short and long‑term disability
• Excellent 401k plan with company matching
• Generous PTO policy
• Company paid holidays
• Positive, supportive culture
• Long employee tenure, many have grown their careers here for over a decade
• Opportunities to influence real change in a dynamic, evolving environment
• A balance of teamwork and autonomy
• Clear path to IT leadership
• Opportunity for company performance based bonus

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Configure, maintain, and customize the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to support evolving production requirements
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues affecting MES functionality and shop floor operations
• Set up and maintain product routing within the MES environment
• Ensure accurate data collection and analysis to track performance metrics and identify operational trends
• Monitor system performance, security, and stability; perform routine maintenance and apply patches/updates
• Collaborate with IT and Production teams to integrate MES with external equipment, PLCs, SCADA systems, and enterprise systems
• Create and maintain thorough documentation of system designs, configurations, and procedures
• Lead IT projects from conception through completion, including planning, execution, and post‑project documentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Knowledge of database systems (Oracle, Firebird, MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL) and SQL for data analysis and reporting
• Experience with C# or a comparable object-oriented programming language
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to proactively identify and communicate concerns
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage and track multiple concurrent projects to completion
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in an MES, IT, or manufacturing systems role
• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment

Candidates must speak Mandaring Chinese to be considered for the role.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.