• Supports projects from requirements gathering and solution design through testing, implementation, stabilization, and transition to operational ownership
• Develop and execute integrated readiness and launch plans that support production, staffing, equipment, data readiness, training, materials, and systems requirements.
• Coordinate go-live activities, cutovers, process simulations, hyper-care support, and post-launch stabilization.
• Ensure business continuity throughout implementation while maintaining focus on safety, quality, customer service, and production performance.

• Serve as the primary business deployment lead for MES and digital manufacturing initiatives.
• Partner with Operations, IT, OT, Engineering, and external vendors to support system implementation and integration activities.
• Translate manufacturing requirements into practical execution processes and workflows.
• Support integration of manufacturing systems with ERP platforms and related technologies.
• Drive operational adoption and ensure solutions align with manufacturing and business objectives.

• Facilitate development of future-state manufacturing processes and operating models.
• Evaluate impacts on production flow, inventory management, scheduling, quality systems, labor utilization, and equipment performance.
• Lead cross-functional discussions to resolve process gaps, clarify requirements, and improve operational effectiveness.
• Identify risks and unintended consequences prior to implementation and recommend practical solutions (aka pre-mortem).

• Coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Day-in-the-Life testing, process simulations, and operational readiness assessments.
• Ensure testing reflects actual manufacturing conditions and business requirements.
• Manage issue identification, prioritization, corrective actions, and final validation activities.
• Establish readiness criteria and provide recommendations regarding deployment preparedness.

• Support Management of Change (MOC) activities for assigned initiatives.
• Coordinate development of procedures, training materials, work instructions, communications, and job aids.
• Develop super-user and champion networks to ensure long-term site ownership.
• Partner directly with manufacturing teams to validate processes, address concerns, and drive adoption.
• Monitor post-launch performance and facilitate corrective actions where needed.

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, simplify processes, and enhance productivity through technology and process improvement.
• Support automation, digital manufacturing, and capacity improvement initiatives.
• Apply Lean principles and structured problem-solving techniques to resolve operational challenges.
• Ensure project benefits are translated into measurable business results.

• Lead cross-functional workstreams and drive accountability across project teams.
• Serve as a liaison among Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Technology, vendors, and leadership teams.
• Communicate project status, risks, decisions, and readiness metrics to stakeholders.
• Support project planning, resource coordination, business case development, and benefit realization activities.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, Information Systems, Supply Chain, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations, manufacturing systems, operational excellence, project deployment, or related functions.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex cross-functional projects through implementation and sustainment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, material flow, production planning, inventory management, quality systems, and operational processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage frontline employees, technical teams, leadership, and external partners.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive results without direct reporting authority.

• Experience with MES, ERP, digital manufacturing, automation, or manufacturing technology implementations.
• Experience with BatchMetrics, MAPICS/AS400, SAP, or similar manufacturing systems.
• Experience within food, flavor, chemical, pharmaceutical, or batch manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Management of Change (MOC), and operational readiness methodologies.

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