Manufacturing Execution Systems Specialist

Wieland North America, Inc; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 102,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Disability & Life Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Job summary

Wieland North America, Inc. is hiring a Manufacturing Execution Systems Specialist located in East Alton, IL, with on-site work and occasional travel.

The role focuses on leading ERP (SAP) and MES (WFS) implementations, standardizing master data, and supporting shop floor processes across global operations. The position requires 3-5 years in manufacturing planning or IT, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of manufacturing planning, supervision, or information technology experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and product flow in an industrial format.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with hands-on experience in the manufacturing environment.
• Experienced with ERP (SAP), MES, and APS systems functionalities, utilization, and project implementations.
• Ability to travel and work irregular hours, occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical and functional oversight as subject matter expert for unified master data and standardized planning and executions systems.
• Key user / stream lead, with emphasis on WFS, Material Masters and Process Engineering.
• Change Management agent.
• Works collaboratively with other subject matter experts on business gap assessments, system designs, data preparations, and process developments in alignment with global business process standards.
• Provides documentation, training, go-live, and hyper-care support for end-users to ensure successful implementation of systems and processes.
• Develops self and others with the technical knowledge and functional skills necessary to become the “new” business Super Users.

Skills

Manufacturing planning

Manufacturing supervision

Information technology

Leadership

Communication

Tools

SAP

MES (WFS)

APS systems

Job description

Overview

Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities.With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do:safety,ambition,optimism,reliability,ownership,diversity, &respect.

Wieland is hiring a Manufacturing Execution Systems Specialist. The Manufacturing Execution Systems Specialist will be responsible for leading critical activities focused upon successful system implementations for ERP (SAP), MES (WFS), and other relevant business process solutions. This role supports all functional aspects of Manufacturing and related central functions through global standardization and best practice integration for master data and business processes.. This role is located in East Alton, ILand will be fully on-site. While this role is local, occasional travel to other locations will be required.

Base Salary Range: $102,027-$127,205

Schedule: Day Shift

May be eligible for a variable compensation plan bonus based upon company performance within fiscal year cycle.

At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include but are not limited to years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc.

Responsibilities

Manufacturing Execution Systems Specialist Responsibilities:

• Provides technical and functional oversight as subject matter expert for unified master data and standardized planning and executions systems
  • Key user / stream lead, with emphasis on WFS, Material Masters and Process Engineering
  • Change Management agent
• Works collaboratively with other subject matter experts on business gap assessments, system designs, data preparations, and process developments in alignment with global business process standards
  • EA Mill Products WFS design
  • EA Mill Products shop floor processes development
  • Physical Inventory processes development
• Provides documentation, training, go-live, and hyper-care support for end-users to ensure successful implementation of systems and processes
  • Continuing EA Mill Products facility support
  • Continuing BU RR Downstream facility support
• Develops self and others with the technical knowledge and functional skills necessary to become the “new” business Super Users
  • WFS, with emphasis on Supervisors & Shop Floor Users
  • SAP, with emphasis on Material Masters and Process Engineering
  • Quality Testing Laboratories

Manufacturing Execution Systems Specialist Qualifications

• A minimum of 3-5 years of manufacturing planning, supervision, or information technology experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and product flow in an industrial format.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with hands‑on experience in the manufacturing environment.
• Experienced with ERP (SAP), MES, and APS systems functionalities, utilization, and project implementations.
• Ability to travel and work irregular hours, occasionally.

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

• Benefits-Starting on Day 1!Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings- 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance- Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in ourunique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is anequal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.