JDE Manufacturing Consultant

Keka Technologies Private Limited; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Keka Technologies Private Limited is seeking an experienced JD Edwards Manufacturing Consultant to implement, configure, support, and optimize Oracle JDE EnterpriseOne Manufacturing applications in a Chicago-based environment.

The role collaborates with production managers, planners, procurement, and IT to analyze requirements, design solutions, and ensure successful system implementations and ongoing support.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Manufacturing experience.
• Strong knowledge of PDM, Shop Floor Management, and Manufacturing Accounting.
• MRP/CRP, Inventory Management, Procurement, and Sales Order Processing.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current manufacturing processes and identify improvement opportunities.
• Lead JD Edwards manufacturing module configuration and support.
• Document processes, configurations, and test results.
• Configure and support planning, scheduling, and production processes.
• Develop and execute test scripts: unit, SIT, and UAT.
• Prepare user guides and provide post-go-live support.
• Assist data migration for BOMs, routings, and work centers.

Skills

JD Edwards EnterpriseOne

PDM

Shop Floor Management

Manufacturing Accounting

MRP/CRP

Inventory Management

Procurement

Sales Order Processing

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Information Systems, or related field

Oracle JD Edwards certifications (preferred)

Tools

Orchestrator

JDE Release 9.2

Job description

The JD Edwards Manufacturing Consultant is responsible for implementing, configuring, supporting, and optimizing Oracle JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Manufacturing applications. The consultant works closely with business stakeholders, production managers, planners, procurement teams, and IT staff to analyze business requirements, design solutions, improve manufacturing processes, and ensure successful system implementations and ongoing support.

Key Responsibilities

Business Analysis & Process Improvement

• Analyze current manufacturing business processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Gather and document business requirements through workshops and stakeholder interviews.
• Recommend best practices utilizing JD Edwards Manufacturing functionality.
• Perform gap analysis and provide solution recommendations.
• Create functional design documents and process flows.

JD Edwards Manufacturing Implementation

• Configure and support JDE Manufacturing modules, including:
  • Product Data Management (PDM)
  • Manufacturing Management
  • Shop Floor Management
  • Requirements Planning (MRP)
  • Capacity Requirements Planning (CRP)
  • Engineering Change Management
  • Inventory Management
  • Warehouse Management
  • Procurement Integration
  • Sales Order Integration
  • Quality Management (if applicable)

System Configuration & Support

• Configure:
  • Branch/Plant Constants
  • Manufacturing Constants
  • Work Centers
  • Routings
  • Bills of Material (BOM)
  • Item Masters
  • Item Branch Records
  • Costing Methods
  • Manufacturing Accounting
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and provide resolution.
• Support month-end and year-end manufacturing processes.
• Assist users during production issues and system upgrades.

Planning & Scheduling

• Configure and support:
  • MRP Planning
  • DRP Planning
  • Forecasting
  • Supply & Demand Calculations
  • Work Order Processing
  • Production Scheduling
  • Capacity Planning

Testing & Documentation

• Develop test scripts and execute:
  • Unit Testing
  • System Integration Testing (SIT)
  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
• Document business processes, system configurations, and support procedures.
• Maintain project deliverables and implementation documentation.

Training & User Support

• Develop user guides and training materials.
• Provide post-go-live support.
• Mentor junior consultants and business users.

Data Conversion & Integration

• Assist with data migration activities including:
  • Bills of Material
  • Routings
  • Item Data
  • Work Centers
  • Open Work Orders
• Support integrations between JDE and:
  • MES Systems
  • Quality Systems
  • WMS Solutions
  • Third-Party Manufacturing Applications

Required Skills & Experience

Functional Expertise

• 5+ years of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne Manufacturing experience.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Product Data Management (PDM)
  • Shop Floor Management
  • Manufacturing Accounting
  • MRP/CRP
  • Inventory Management
  • Procurement
  • Sales Order Processing

Technical Knowledge

• Understanding of JDE table structures and data relationships.
• Knowledge of UBE processing and batch jobs.
• Experience working with CNC and technical teams.
• Familiarity with Orchestrator and integrations preferred.

Manufacturing Knowledge

• Discrete Manufacturing
• Repetitive Manufacturing
• Lean Manufacturing Concepts
• Make-to-Stock (MTS)
• Make-to-Order (MTO)
• Production Planning and Scheduling

Project Experience

• Full lifecycle JDE implementation experience.
• Experience with upgrades and rollouts.
• Business process reengineering experience.
• Ability to lead workshops and client meetings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Information Systems, or related field.
• Oracle JD Edwards certifications preferred.
• Experience with JD Edwards Release 9.2.
• Experience in manufacturing industries such as:
  • Metals
  • Aerospace
  • Automotive
  • Food & Beverage
  • Industrial Equipment
  • Distribution
• Business Requirements Documents (BRDs)
• Functional Design Documents (FDDs)
• Gap Analysis Reports
• Configuration Documents
• Test Scripts and Results
• Training Materials
• Production Support Documentation
• Manufacturing Process Maps

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Client-facing consulting experience.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Team leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.