It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.
Who will you be working with?
Our Operations Excellence team is responsible for driving standardization across Wabtec in the areas of Industry 4.0, Lean, Global Materials, SIOP and Supplier Development. As a member of our Industry 4.0 (Digital Transformation) team, you will be responsible for driving Manufacturing Execution System (MES) deployments across our supply chain network. You will work closely with our IT, Integration and Manufacturing teams to impart state-of-the-art automation within our network of global manufacturing facilities.
How will you make a difference?
The Senior Project Leader will create and deploy the strategy for conversion of legacy production control systems to the Wabtec MES. They will also work cross-functionally to define future state MES functionality, while ensuring global process standardization, and flexibility for continuous improvement.
What do we want to know about you?
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university (Or High School Diploma / GED with a minimum of 10 years of experience in a Supply Chain or IT environment)
- Minimum of 10 years of Supply Chain, Operations, or IT experience
- Minimum of 5 years of Oracle ERP experience
- Proven functional depth within discipline.
- Demonstrated Project / Program Management ability.
- Advanced finance acumen
- Excellent organizational integration and influencing skills.
- Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
- Strong presentation skills and ability to communicate
- Proven track record for meeting customer / business needs
- Clear thinking and strong prioritization skills
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification recommended
What will your typical day look like?
- Collaborate with IT regarding design, development, implementation, and maintenance of the company's MES platform
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, quality, IT, etc.) to understand business requirements and translate them into MES system specifications
- Manage the MES system lifecycle, including upgrades, patches, and integrations with other enterprise systems
- Develop and maintain MES-related standard operating procedures, user guides, and training materials
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for MES-related issues reported by production and other teams
- Monitor MES system performance and identify opportunities for optimization and continuous improvement
- Stay up-to-date with the latest MES technologies, industry trends, and best practices, and recommend strategic improvements
- Ensure MES system compliance with relevant industry regulations, standards, and company policies
- Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to maintain the security and integrity of the MES system
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of the MES system
- Ability to travel 35% both international and domestic
You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).
Who are we?
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.
Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com
Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:
Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.
To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.
We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.