_{30th October, 2026}

MES Analyst #1067090
Job Description:

• The MES Analyst is responsible for providing day-to-day support, maintenance, and administration of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) applications used within manufacturing operations. This role works closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, Information Technology (IT), Automation, and other business stakeholders to ensure MES applications support production processes, data collection, product traceability, and quality requirements.
• The MES Analyst  assists with system monitoring, transaction support, basic troubleshooting, data validation, correction of data-entry errors, and resolution of routine system issues.
• The position supports manufacturing operations by helping maintain system availability, data accuracy, and operational continuity while gaining experience in MES technologies and manufacturing processes.
• Working under the guidance of senior analysts and technical teams, the MES Analyst participates in system enhancements, testing activities, documentation updates, user training, and implementation projects.
• The role is responsible for investigating and escalating application issues, supporting end users, and ensuring timely communication regarding system performance and production-impacting concerns.
• The MES Analyst  collaborates with cross-functional teams, including MES, SCADA, Controls Engineering, ERP, Quality Systems, and other manufacturing application teams to support system integrations and data flow between shop-floor and enterprise systems. The position assists with change management activities, user acceptance testing (UAT), system validation efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives that contribute to the organization's digital manufacturing strategy.
• The successful candidate demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, customer service orientation, and a willingness to learn manufacturing systems, business processes, and industry best practices.
• This role serves as an entry-level to early-career position within the MES support organization,
• providing opportunities for technical growth and advancement into more complex system analysis and project responsibilities.

 
Essential Duties:

• Collaborate with customers to optimize output and ensure all systems are upto-date and meet customer needs
• Ensure daily availability, accuracy, and performance of the MES platform by monitoring system health and resolving operational issues
• Collaborate with manufacturing users and stakeholders to support MES functionality and help ensure systems meet operational requirements.
• Support daily MES operations across manufacturing facilities.
• Monitor MES system performance, availability, and data integrity, escalating issues as needed.
• Troubleshoot MES errors, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions for system-related incidents.
• Gather and document business requirements from manufacturing, quality, controls, and engineering teams.
• Support the configuration, testing, and deployment of MES enhancements under the guidance of senior analysts and technical teams.
• Work with internal development teams and external vendors to support manufacturing system improvements and issue resolution.
• Identifies and corrects data-entry and/or workflow errors and performs regular maintenance
• Provide first-level support to end users, including responding to questions, troubleshooting issues, and assisting with training activities.
• Act as a liaison between manufacturing, engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and software engineering teams regarding any issues, enhancements, or requests regarding new or existing systems
• Perform testing and validation of MES changes before deployment under the guidance of senior analysts and technical teams.
• Coordinate project activities with cross-functional teams.
• Support validation, change control, and compliance requirements related to MES configuration or system deployments.
• Responds to support requests during both business and non-business hours
• Ensure compliance to all Panasonic policy and procedures including SOX compliance
• Provide feedback, advice, and support regarding any new or existing projects
• Track project deliverables and communicate status updates
• Configure and deploy software, devices, equipment, and peripherals
• throughout the factory

 
Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Education:

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience.

 
Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1-3 years of technical experience in problem solving, data analysis, scripting, automation and troubleshooting
• Exposure to or experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), manufacturing applications, or related production support systems.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, production workflows, and data collection systems.
• Excellent communication skills (spoken and written), including the ability to explain and present technical information
• Familiarity with enterprise systems and manufacturing technologies such as ERP systems (e.g., SAP), SCADA, PLCs, automation systems, or industrial software platforms is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate issues and recommend solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, flexible environment and take the initiative to learn new tools and concepts quickly
• Creative thinker with attention to detail; strong analytical, multitasking, and interpersonal skills
• Approachable and adaptable; this is a start-up where priorities are constantly shifting
• Team player who enjoys building relationships and collaboration
• Ability to learn quickly and handle many changing projects and requests
• Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic MES and SAP Integration Knowledge
• Basic MES Administration and Configuration
• Basic SCADA and Industrial Automation Knowledge
• Internship, co-op, or early-career experience supporting manufacturing technology
• environments preferred.
• Familiarity with PostgreSQL, Oracle and reporting tools, or data analysis tools is a
• Resilient, self-motived and able to work well under pressure
• Advanced skills in MS Office (Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook) preferred

 
Additional Information:
At FastTek Global, Our Purpose is Our People and Our Planet. We come to work each day and are reminded we are helping people find their success stories. Also, Doing the right thing is our mantra.  We act responsibly, give back to the communities we serve and have a little fun along the way.
We have been doing this with pride, dedication and plain, old-fashioned hard work for 24 years!
FastTek Global is a financially strong, privately held company that is 100% consultant and client focused, operating in nearly half of the states in the U.S., Europe and India.
We've differentiated ourselves by being fast, flexible, creative and honest. Throw out everything you've heard, seen, or felt about every other IT Consulting company. We do unique things and we do them for Fortune 10, Fortune 500, and technology start-up companies.
Our benefits are second to none and thanks to our flexible benefit options you can choose the benefits you need or want, options include:
 

• Medical and Dental (FastTek pays majority of the medical program)
• Vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Program
• Long Term Disability (100% paid)
• Life Insurance (100% paid)
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and 3% (of salary) dollar-for-dollar match

 
Plus, we have a lucrative employee referral program and an employee recognition culture.
FastTek Global was named one of the Top Work Places in Michigan by the Detroit Free Press in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022!
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