Manufacturing Systems Lead — Infor XA ERP

Harba Solutions Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Harba Solutions Inc. seeks an IT Applications Specialist to support manufacturing operations technology and ERP systems. You will collaborate with production, quality, warehouse, and supply chain teams to resolve issues and gather requirements for system improvements.

The role emphasizes process analysis, validation, and cross-functional collaboration within a regulated manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of ERP and AS/400 tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, CS, business, or related field; equivalent professional experience considered.
• 5+ years supporting business applications, manufacturing systems, ERP platforms, or related IT systems.
• Experience with manufacturing operations.
• Experience with ERP or manufacturing management system; Infor XA/MAPICS required.
• Experience with IBM i/AS400, RPG, RPGLE, SQL or similar technologies.
• Understanding GMP, GxP, FDA, validation, or other regulated-industry requirements.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities for complex system issues.
• Ability to gather requirements and communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working with third-party software vendors or application support providers.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the applications and technology used throughout manufacturing operations.
• Partner with production, quality, warehouse, supply chain, and other business groups to understand system needs and resolve issues.
• Analyze business processes and identify opportunities to improve system functionality, reliability, and efficiency.
• Gather, document, and translate business requirements into functional and technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot application issues and coordinate resolution with internal IT teams and external vendors.
• Manage relationships with third-party application and technology providers, including service-level expectations.
• Participate in system enhancements, upgrades, integrations, and other technology projects.
• Help evaluate existing applications and determine opportunities for system consolidation, optimization, or replacement.
• Support software development and implementation activities using established SDLC practices, including Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and change controls for systems operating in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Support validation, compliance, and data integrity activities associated with business-critical applications.
• Balance multiple projects, system issues, and operational priorities while maintaining strong communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Manufacturing IT

ERP experience

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Vendor management

Education

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

Tools

Infor XA

MAPICS

IBM i / AS400

RPG / RPGLE

SQL

Job description

Harba Solutions Inc. seeks an IT Applications Specialist to support manufacturing operations technology and ERP systems. You will collaborate with production, quality, warehouse, and supply chain teams to resolve issues and gather requirements for system improvements.

The role emphasizes process analysis, validation, and cross-functional collaboration within a regulated manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of ERP and AS/400 tools is preferred.