Remote Manufacturing Systems Analyst

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Professional development

Flexible work culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Manufacturing Systems Analyst to support Nelspruit operations from a fully remote setting. You will optimize MES and ERP integrations, analyze system performance, and document processes for IT and production teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of experience in manufacturing systems, strong SQL skills, and proven remote troubleshooting abilities. Join a forward-thinking, flexible work culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience analyzing, implementing, or supporting manufacturing systems (MES, ERP).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and data flow within a production environment.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with database management.
• Excellent remote troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote work setup.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote support and maintenance for MES, ERP systems, and other production-related software.
• Analyze system performance data to identify trends, potential issues, and opportunities for optimization.
• Collaborate with IT and production teams to implement system upgrades, patches, and configuration changes.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including user guides, training materials, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Assist in the testing and validation of new system functionalities and integrations.
• Troubleshoot technical issues reported by end-users, ensuring minimal disruption to production operations.

Skills

SQL

Remote troubleshooting

Manufacturing systems

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Engineering

Tools

MES

ERP integrations

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and technically proficient Remote Manufacturing Systems Analyst to support their operations, with connections to their Nelspruit facility. This role is crucial for optimizing and maintaining the various software systems and technologies that drive their manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth functioning of MES, ERP integrations, and other critical digital tools, providing remote support and troubleshooting expertise. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual to contribute to operational efficiency and technological advancement from a remote work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide remote support and maintenance for Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) , ERP systems, and other production-related software.
• Analyze system performance data to identify trends, potential issues, and opportunities for optimization.
• Collaborate with IT and production teams to implement system upgrades, patches, and configuration changes.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including user guides, training materials, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Assist in the testing and validation of new system functionalities and integrations.
• Troubleshoot technical issues reported by end-users, ensuring minimal disruption to production operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in analyzing, implementing, or supporting manufacturing systems (MES, ERP).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and data flow within a production environment.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with database management.
• Excellent remote troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote work setup.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Fully remote employment offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities to work with advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Professional development and training programs.
• A collaborative and innovative remote work culture.