Zoetis · 19 hours ago
MES Engineer
Kalamazoo - Kilgore Road
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expZoetis is a leader in animal health, and they are seeking an MES Engineer to provide technical support and continuous improvement of their Manufacturing Execution System. The role involves designing and configuring MES records, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
AgricultureBiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalPharmaceuticalVeterinary
Responsibilities
Design, configure, test, and deploy MES master batch records (MBRs), formulas, recipes, and business logic using object‑oriented concepts within PAS‑X
Troubleshoot plant‑floor MES execution issues, interface failures, and system integration challenges between MES, ERP, and automation systems
Support daily MES operations, including deviation root‑cause investigation, corrective action implementation, and real-time troubleshooting
Partner with the Software Systems Engineer and support integration between MES and Level 2 automation / control systems (e.g., SCADA/Ignition, OPC-based connections)
Support ERP-to-MES data flow health, identifying and resolving inefficiencies related to SAP S/4HANA and associated interfaces
Ensure MES maintains compliance with GMP, inspection readiness standards, and data integrity expectations
Author, execute, and manage change controls, validation protocols, and qualification documentation related to MES upgrades, enhancements, and system changes
Lead and author deviation investigations, applying root‑cause analysis tools (e.g., FMEA) to identify issues and implement sustainable corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs)
Utilize systems such as TrackWise or Veeva Vault to manage deviations, CAPAs, and other GxP documentation
Drive annual Continuous Improvement (CI) projects, meeting or exceeding financial and performance targets aligned to job grade expectations
Leverage Power BI and related analytics tools to track, visualize, and communicate MES performance metrics, system health, and operational KPIs
Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, automation, supply chain, and IT teams to define system requirements and ensure process parameters are accurately captured and controlled in MES
Provide on‑floor and remote MES technical support to ensure right‑first‑time batch execution
Assist manufacturing operations with root‑cause analysis for MES or ERP-related deviations, implementing timely and effective solutions
Occasional non‑routine or off‑shift support may be required based on production needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related technical discipline
3+ years of MES experience, including configuration, troubleshooting, and solution design within Körber/Werum PAS‑X, POMS, Rockwell PharmaSuite, or comparable life‑sciences MES platforms
Experience with SAP S/4HANA and strong understanding of ERP–MES integrations
Knowledge of SCADA systems and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Ignition, OPC)
Understanding of TCP/IP networking, routing, ports, and firewall concepts
Experience with Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies
Basic statistical analysis skills for process troubleshooting and data evaluation
Strong technical writing skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Power BI, and comparable statistical or analytical tools
Preferred
Previous experience in a GMP‑regulated pharmaceutical or life‑sciences environment preferred
Company
Zoetis
Zoetis is an animal health company that advances care for animals and supports their health and wellbeing.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.62BKey Investors
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
2025-12-16Post Ipo Debt· $1.75B
2025-08-11Post Ipo Debt· $1.85B
2023-03-01Grant· $15.3M
Leadership Team
Kristin Peck
Chief Executive Officer
Chitra Varma
Head, Commercial ERP Products
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