Project Manager, Manufacturing Execution System

We are actively seeking an experienced and driven **MES Business Project Manager** to join our team in **Cambridge, ON**.

In this key role, you will lead the business-side implementation of our Manufacturing Execution System (MES) for the Component business. You'll play a vital role in delivering operational excellence and digital transformation by ensuring business processes, requirements, and stakeholder needs are fully integrated into the MES rollout.

**What You’ll Do**:
**Project Leadership & Business Coordination**:

- Lead the business-side execution of the MES project, ensuring alignment with operational goals.
- Serve as the key liaison between business units and the IT Project Manager.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to define system requirements, workflows, and change impacts.
- Drive business-side activities, including communication, readiness, and change adoption.
- Manage cutover planning and post-launch hypercare support, ensuring business teams are equipped for system ownership.

**Requirements Gathering & Process Optimization**:

- Identify and document current business processes affected by the MES rollout.
- Work with departments such as Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality to translate needs into system requirements.
- Partner with the IT Project Manager and MES vendor to configure the system for business success.
- Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, traceability, and inventory management.

**Change Management & Stakeholder Engagement**:

- Communicate project timelines, updates, and expectations to stakeholders at all levels.
- Support training and adoption efforts with the help of external Change Management Consultants (Accenture).
- Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT), ensuring scripts and resources meet business requirements.
- Organize and oversee end-user training to ensure a successful and sustainable go-live.
- Gather feedback and support iterative improvements post-implementation.

**Risk Management & Issue Resolution**:

- Identify potential risks and gaps in the business-side deployment of MES.
- Collaborate with IT, Quality, and Operations teams to address challenges proactively.
- Ensure alignment with regulatory and operational standards.
- Monitor milestones and escalate issues when needed to maintain project momentum.

**What You Bring**:

- 5 years combined experience in Project Management and Manufacturing Operations
- Proven experience managing complex projects, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Previous experience in digital transformation initiatives or MES/ERP implementations is a strong asset.
- Excellent ability to work cross-functionally and drive organizational change.
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- A collaborative mindset with the ability to translate technical systems into business value.

**WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU**:Ensuring the well-being of our employees is our priority and we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits for our employees and their families.
- **Comprehensive Health Benefits** - Including health, dental, vision, and disability coverage to keep you feeling your best.
- **Secure Your Future** - Defined Contribution Pension Plan and an optional Company-matched retirement savings plans (RRSP/TFSA/EPSP)
- **Work-Life Balance** - Flexible hybrid schedules and compressed workweek option available
- **Help Grow Our Team** - Earn generous referral bonuses with our two-tiered **Employee Referral Program** ($1,500 and $3,000).
- **Invest in Your Education** - Up to $5,250 USD per year through our **Educational Refund Plan**.
- **Professional Development** - Gain access to training, certifications, and growth opportunities to advance your career.
- **Your Wellness Matters** - Enjoy gym membership discounts and access to mental health support programs.
- **A Welcoming Workplace** - Join a diverse, inclusive, and supportive culture that celebrates you.
- **Fun & Connection** - Engage in team-building activities organized by our Social Committee.

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