MFG Functional Consultant

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent working experience in Supply Chain, Mechanics or a closely related field.
• Minimum 3 years' working experience with an MES, preferably the Apriso platform or equivalent.
• Ability to travel internationally and domestically - approximately 20%
• Familiar with database systems and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• High competence in problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Clear and effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, often multi-functional and cross-regional.
• Ability to translate complex business / technical needs into simple and manageable requirements; handle partner concerns and risk mitigation as needed.
• Passionate about Digital Transformation, learning new technologies and trends in the software industry.
Roles & Responsibilities
• Coordinate and facilitate the projects to implement MES Apriso platform at a new facility.
• Follow the global methodology and maintain the lifecycle of the MES projects in the IT portfolio management system.
• Understand and evaluate the Business needs and objectives for new capabilities to be developed
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of user requirement specifications.
• Contribute to the joined application design session with the MES Platform Technical team, the vendors and the Business.
• Provide inputs and contribute to the validation deliverables such as the Validation Plan and the Validation
Summary Report.
• Contribute to the testing of the new features and functionalities in the MES Apriso platform.
• Facilitate the integration testing with SAP, JDE and the validation of local systems connected to the MES Apriso platform.
• Capture identified issues, gaps and escalate them to the MES Platform Technical team and the vendors.
• Ensure the quality, performance, and security of the software by following standard validation methodologies.
• Train the site super users on new capabilities and support the maintenance of job aids documentation.
• Communicate effectively with internal customers and collaborators throughout the lifecycle of technical upgrade projects/enhancements.
• Document project lessons learnt.
• Collaborate with the other team members and the vendors by pro-actively providing feedback and suggestions for continuous improvement purposes on the internal processes, Business processes supported by MES, communication.
Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.