IT Business Analyst - MES (Hybrid) - Piston Automotive

Piston Automotive is seeking a IT Business Analyst-MES (Hybrid) at our Corporate office located in Redford, MI!

Our IT Business Analyst-MES resource is responsible for Manufacturing Execution System (MES) software across Piston Automotive plants. They are responsible for ensuring the success of concurrent systems and technology projects and delivering effective information systems that meet external or internal customer, schedule and budgetary requirements. Piston currently runs a custom, legacy solution as well as purchased solutions. We are currently planning implementations using MAN-IT from Via. Experience with other MES software is acceptable. Demonstrated automotive MES experience is required. Detailed familiarity with labeling, scanning, inventory, shipments, financials, materials, procurement, integration, etc. As mentioned above, sequencing experience with 866, broadcast, etc. would be preferred but that can be trained if necessary. This position will liaise with plant personnel at each facility to ensure MES operations achieve operational expectations. This often entails business process definition, technical solution design, configuration and validation of MES-PLC and MES-ERP integration in a lab environment. The position is also responsible for training and coaching plant users and system administrators on MES functionality, systems management, troubleshooting, and best practices. Piston Automotive is constantly in launch mode. The person would closely liaise with program management and control engineering to ensure the successful launch of all IT solutions.

Piston Automotive wasn’t just founded to make things. It was founded to make things better. And that begins with building better teams solely dedicated to achieving excellence at every level of execution through a combination of experience, expertise, and a deep seeded passion for what we do. Our assemblies consistently set the standard because our people consistently raise the bar.

Why Piston Automotive?

Competitive Wages, Paid Holidays & Vacation, Medical & Rx Plans, Dental & Vision Plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Life & Disability Coverage, 401K with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement , Vehicle and Product Discounts

• MES Subject Matter Expert Ability to configure and trouble-shoot MES software per plant and process requirements.
• The first line of corporate contact for MES related support concerns.
• Lead analyst for process definition for new facilities, new product launches, and new business requirements as well as overseeing the evolution of MES software.
• Responsible for meeting upstream and downstream data requirements.
• Understanding of customer requirements, MRP, procurement receiving, warehousing (scanning), WIP, finished/raw/WIP containerization, lot trace, sequencing, shipping, consignment, bailment, ASN, receivables, payables, etc. MES Integrator
• Responsible for planning and executing MES installation and integration at Piston Automotive facilities.
• Experience installing and supporting software in a manufacturing facility is required. Experience collaborating with controls engineers, manufacturing engineering, and other IT personnel is expected.
• Plant Liaison Plant process expert across all locations with the ability to proactively bridge manufacturing expertise with technical solutions. This often entails a strong focus on business process creation and improvement.
• Plant personnel liaison.
• Seen as a source of expertise to help solve real business problems.
• Regular plant visits, plant leadership team communication, IT resource alignment, etc.
• Liaise with Plant IT Managers frequently and other Plant personnel as required.

• Associate's Degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or related field (Bachelors preferred)
• 3-5 years of experience with MES planning, executing, installation, integration testing and support
• 2 years of Automotive industry experience
• 2 years of Manufacturing experience
• Experience managing external software providers a plus
• Strong communication and presentation skills required
• Must be able to travel extensively when necessary
• Understanding of Ford Broadcast, Ford ILVS, and batch ordering helpful.
• Proficiency in SQL is a plus.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.