MES & Controls Engineer

Company: Woodstock
Location: Woodstock
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

The position is responsible for supporting the development of existing and new automated
manufacturing equipment within the facility from an IT and Controls perspective. The position
will be primarily responsible for serialized commercial product support.

Serve as the primary point of contact with Global IT for any server or system changes
that could affect operations (Active directory, Systech Unitrace, label layout server, IP
Address changes, etc.)
---Continuously monitor status of all lines to track serial number transfers and file uploads
to identify trends or developing bottlenecks and other issues.
---Work with global IT to ensure client's specifications for serial number provisioning and
notifications have been properly communicated, tested, and validated.
---On boarding of new clients and products in the IT system and line level serialization
equipment.
---Debug and troubleshoot IT interfaces between the equipment and servers such as MES
systems that are not related to serialization.
---Troubleshooting hardware and software issues at the line and Number Range
Management System. Note: Catalent Woodstock is a 24/7 operation. This position will
often require technical support remotely and/or onsite during hours outside of normal
office hours.
---Support process improvements for serialization.
---Provide Training to new operators, supervisors and mechanics.
---Work with new clients to determine their needs regarding serial number provisioning
and formatting requirements, labeling requirements and printer file formats, EPCIS file
requirements, and any other specific requirements.
---Implement, test, and manage line level software configuration changes as required by
the client, including company prefixes, GTIN and SSCC serial number caches, system
recipes, and label layouts.
---Writing and execution support as needed of validation activities for new client product
configurations and operational testing
---Manage relationship with Optel or other chosen vendor to perform any required
maintenance, preventative maintenance, or required upgrades on serialization
equipment and software.
---Troubleshoot technical issues beyond the capability of the maintenance staff to solve.
---Provide training and mentoring to the maintenance staff to enhance skillset and
immediate problem resolution.
---Implement CAPA as needed to correct systemic recurring problems with equipment and
operations.
---Communicate with the Woodstock Catalent management team and Central Engineering
STW-JD-MES Engineer Manager as necessary.
---Maintain effectiveness of the Quality System components relevant to this position.
---Other duties as assigned.

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