Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Specialist

Band

Level 3

 

Job Description Summary

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Location: Mexico City, Mexico
Relocation Support: This role is based in Mexico City, Mexico. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.

In this role, you will play a key part in keeping manufacturing operations running smoothly by shaping how digital batch records and systems support real work on the shop floor. You will work closely with Operations, Quality, and Development teams to design, maintain, and improve electronic manufacturing records that enable reliable, compliant, and efficient production. This is a hands-on role with real visibility, where your work directly supports product readiness, system improvements, and day-to-day manufacturing success.

 

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and update manufacturing execution system records to reflect site-specific master batch record design changes

• Maintain master batch record interfaces with laboratory and enterprise planning systems

• Communicate master batch record design changes with global and local cross-functional stakeholders

• Provide real-time production support to resolve master batch record issues or system workarounds

• Perform system testing with development, quality, and production teams during manufacturing execution system upgrades

• Support internal and external audits by providing system data, records, and subject matter expertise

• Ensure manufacturing execution system records align with validated equipment and cleaning requirements

Essential Requirements

• One to three years of hands-on experience with manufacturing execution systems such as PAS-X as the primary experience if not, Emerson or Rockwell Automation

• Experience working with electronic batch record systems in regulated manufacturing environments, including pharmaceutical or comparable industries

• Practical knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements and compliance standards

• Experience supporting or maintaining system interfaces with laboratory or enterprise planning systems

• Ability to collaborate effectively with global and local cross-functional teams

• Strong attention to detail and ability to support manufacturing activities in a production environment

• Fluency in both Spanish and English, with the ability to communicate effectively in a professional setting

• Shift work expected to cover Saturday and Sundays after initial training

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse team representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Accessibility and accommodation

Novartis is committed to work with and provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.mexico@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

 

Skills Desired

Business Processes, Data Analytics, digital skills (Inactive), General Hse Knowledge   (Inactive), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Resilience