Senior Manufacturing Technical MES Specialist

About the role

Novartis is looking for a Senior Manufacturing Technical MES Specialist in Morris Plains, New Jersey. The role advances digital manufacturing by designing, implementing and optimizing Manufacturing Execution Systems, working with manufacturing, quality, supply chain and technical teams to deliver paperless manufacturing solutions and compliant execution of complex production processes.

Key responsibilities

• Own end-to-end Manufacturing Execution System processes supporting commercial, clinical and future manufacturing programs.
• Design, configure, test, implement and continuously improve electronic Master Batch Records and manufacturing workflows.
• Provide MES production support and resolve system issues to keep operations running.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, quality, technical development and validation teams to optimize processes.
• Manage MES updates, change controls, corrective actions and documentation revisions to maintain compliance.
• Support system integrations and master data management across enterprise platforms, including laboratory and ERP systems.
• Coach and train key users and subject matter experts on batch record design, execution and best practices.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or higher, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Minimum 2 to 5 years of Manufacturing Execution System experience, including Master Batch Record design and creation.
• 5 years of experience in a regulated cGMP environment preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in technical MES Master Batch Record design, testing, implementation and maintenance.
• Strong business requirements gathering, project management, communication and documentation skills with attention to detail.

Required skills

• Knowledge of MES interfaces and integrations, including ERP and laboratory information management systems.
• Data analytics.

What we offer

• Expected salary range of $98,700 to $183,300 per year, with a performance-based cash incentive and possible annual equity awards.
• Health, life and disability benefits, 401(k) with company contribution and match.
• Vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.