Roles & Responsibilities
MES User Project Leader (Pharma)
12-Months Contract
Location : Tuas
Salary up to $8,000 depending on experience
Industry : Pharmaceutical
Job Summary
- Seeking an experienced MES User Project Leader to drive the implementation and optimization of Manufacturing Execution Systems in Singapore site.
- This critical role sits at the intersection of manufacturing excellence and digital transformation, leading initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, and ensure regulatory compliance
- As an MES User Project Leader, you will lead the implementation of the MES project and serve as the bridge between business users and technical teams, translating manufacturing needs into system requirements.
Responsibilities
MES Implementation and Project Leadership
Lead end-to-end MES implementation projects from initiation through deployment and post-go-live supportDevelop comprehensive project plans, timelines, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategiesCoordinate with Digital, Quality, MSAT and operations teams to ensure successful project deliveryManage project scope and schedule while maintaining alignment with business objectivesFacilitate project governance meetings and provide regular status updates to leadershipUser Requirements Gathering and Analysis
Conduct detailed business process analysis and workflow mapping for manufacturing operationsCollaborate with shop floor users, supervisors, and management to identify pain points and improvement opportunitiesTranslate business requirements into functional specifications for MES configurationEnsure requirements align with GMP regulations, data integrity principles, and industry best practicesStakeholder Management
Build and maintain excellent relationships with cross-functional stakeholders including Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering and DigitalFacilitate workshops and collaborative sessions to drive consensus and decision-makingServe as the primary point of contact for MES-related inquiries and escalationsPresent project updates and business cases to senior leadershipSystem Configuration and Testing Oversight
Oversee MES system configuration to meet business requirements and regulatory standardsCoordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities and manage anomaly resolutionValidate system functionality against requirements and quality standardsSupport integration testing with other enterprise systems (ERP, DeltaV, Historian, etc.)Ensure proper documentation of system configurations and validation activitiesDocumentation and Compliance
Ensure all project deliverables meet regulatory requirements (21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, data integrity)Maintain comprehensive project documentation including requirements, design specifications, and validation recordsSupport audit readiness and respond to regulatory inspectionsImplement and maintain document control proceduresRequirements :
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field), Computer Science, Information Systems, or related disciplineMinimum 8 years of experience in pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environmentsAt least 5 years of hands-on experience with MES systems implementation or supportProven track record of successfully leading cross-functional projects from conception to completionExperience with manufacturing operations in GMP-regulated environmentsDemonstrated experience in requirements gathering, business process analysis, and system implementationExcellent knowledge of MES platforms (e.g., Siemens OpCenter SIMATIC IT, Werum PAS-X, or similar)Understanding of manufacturing processes including batch management, material tracking, production scheduling, and quality managementFamiliarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid)Knowledge of system integration concepts and enterprise architectureUnderstanding of database concepts and reporting toolsKnowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, and data integrity guidelines (ALCOA+)Familiarity with validation methodologies (IQ / OQ / PQ, CSV)Understanding of Industry 4.0 concepts and digital manufacturing trendsKnowledge of ISA-95 standards and manufacturing operations managementLim Pey Chyi - Apple.lim@manpower.com.sg
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Tell employers what skills you have
MES
Manufacturing Operations Management
System Implementation
Requirements Gathering
Leadership
Staffing Services
Business Process Analysis
System Integration
Agile
Project Management
Quality Engineering
User Acceptance Testing
Stakeholder Management
Manufacturing