We are looking to hire Senior / MES Systems Programmer to join our MES team working at our client site, a pharmaceutical MNC. The selected candidate will be required to provide consultation and engineering service to the execution phase of the project. They will also be involved in the generation and ownership of IQ/OQ/PQ documentation and the GoLive Support.
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and provide solutions for MES & ERP problems in recipe execution and recipe authoring.
Liaise with QA to provide approved change control documentation for all MES system changes.
Design, create, write and execute to a high-quality standard, test and validation protocols, risk assessments, and system documentation.
Design, create, write and/or make all required changes to MES & ERP Recipes, worksheets, equipment and material spec's including phase transition logic to a high-quality standard.
Design, create, write and/or make all required changes to ensure cleaning, equipment and product procedures are aligned to MES processes and vice versa.
Design, create, write and provide training for all other site personnel on their related MES roles and arrange system access.
Participate in MES knowledge exchanges, MES Governance meetings and manage issues, work-around and fixes identified.
Work closely with IT regarding upgrades, patching, hardware support, security and system access and provide technical expertise in implementing upgrades and patching.
Liaise with Global MES on required system improvements.
Provide support to other MES system users as required to ensure business continuity.
Participate in MES projects from initiation to ensure MES system or hardware requirements are taken into consideration.
Ensure maintenance/replacement of MES hardware, printers, scales, scanners and bar-code labelers. Review for upgrades periodically.
Keep other MES Team Members up to date on MES changes Documentation of all activities in line with cGMP requirements.
Cross training within the team and training of new team members.
Participation in continuous improvement programs to implement improvements in the quality, safety, environmental and production systems.
Adheres to and supports all health and safety standards, procedures and policies.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, IT, Technologies, Chemical Engineering or Biologics related field
Werum PAS-X/ Aspen/ Syncade/ Siemens MES (Camstar / Opcenter / Simatic IT) product hands-on experience for full application configurations including interface with SAP and automation systems
In-depth of knowledge of Pharmaceutical business process (Chemicals (W&D, Solid bulk Mfg., packaging and other unit operations), Bio Pharma processes)
Creation of business process flow diagram
Master Batch Record creation in Werum PAS-X
Knowledge on Industry Standards S88 and ISA S95
Experience working on projects in the pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology industries knowledge of GAMP lifecycle and quality management processes employed in the pharmaceutical sector Excellent communication skills and collaborative with team members and external groups
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What we offer
- The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
- Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
- The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
- Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
- True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
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