Senior MES Analyst
 Avient Corporation | |
 United States, Ohio, Avon Lake | |
| 33587 Walker Road (Show on map) | |
 Jul 17, 2025 | |
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Our purpose at Avient Corporation is to be an innovator of materials solutions that help our customers succeed, while enabling a sustainable world. Innovation goes far beyond materials science; it's powered by the passion, creativity, and diverse expertise of 9,000 professionals worldwide. Whether you're a finance wizard, a tech enthusiast, an operational powerhouse, an HR changemaker, or a trailblazer in materials development, you'll find your place at Avient. Join our global team and help shape the future with sustainable solutions that transform possibilities into realities. Your unique perspective could be the key to our next breakthrough! Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior MES Analyst to oversee global roll out of enterprise MES system. The Senior Analyst will play a critical role in driving adoption and implementation of MES Global Platform (MGP) for Avient. This individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams within IT, implementation partner and business manufacturing teams to lead the implementation of AVEVA MES solutions that will enable operational excellence to existing manufacturing processes. Essential Functions * Lead the IT team in design, deployment and maintenance of MES Aveva system solutions. * Lead MES rollout project by working with key business leaders in manufacturing and expert third party partners in developing & executing project plans, managing issues and resolutions & coordinating work across project team members and teams. * Collaborate with Avient PMO and partner project manager to track and report on project progress. * Develop, maintain and track project budget and financials. * Collaborate with ERP and integration teams to build a robust MES integration platform. * Partner across IT to maintain, patch and upgrade production MES landscape(s). * Maintain relevant technical documentation to ensure streamlines support and knowledge transfer within areas of responsibility. * Evaluate and recommend new technologies that can improve manufacturing efficiencies, reduce costs and support future growth. * Other duties as assigned. * Lead the IT team in design, deployment and maintenance of MES Aveva system solutions. * Lead MES rollout project by working with key business leaders in manufacturing and expert third party partners in developing & executing project plans, managing issues and resolutions & coordinating work across project team members and teams. * Collaborate with Avient PMO and partner project manager to track and report on project progress. * Develop, maintain and track project budget and financials. * Collaborate with ERP and integration teams to build a robust MES integration platform. * Partner across IT to maintain, patch and upgrade production MES landscape(s). * Maintain relevant technical documentation to ensure streamlines support and knowledge transfer within areas of responsibility. * Evaluate and recommend new technologies that can improve manufacturing efficiencies, reduce costs and support future growth. * Other duties as assigned. Education and Experience * Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, engineering or related field. * 5+ years of experience in implementing AVEVA MES Software and tools. * Familiarity with programming languages like SQL to develop custom solutions. * Deep understanding of database structure and use of SQL to manage MES data. * Proficiency in developing HMI applications using AVEVA InTouch. * Proficiency in integrating MES with other OT systems like SCADA and PLC's. * Ability to identify, analyze and resolve issues related to MES system and manufacturing processes. * Understanding manufacturing processes, industry regulations and supply chain impacts so effective MES solutions are built. * Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies for effective management of projects. * Knowledge of IT security best practices, disaster recovery and business continuity planning. Additional Qualifications * Experience in working with SAP is a plus. * Experience in working with chemical global manufacturing company(s) is a plus. * Experience in a cloud-based MES solution is a plus. * Experience in implementing digital transformative initiatives is a plus. We believe that all of our global employees are leaders and that the six most important behaviors for driving our strategy and culture are the same no matter if an employee is a leader of self, a leader of others, or a leader of the business. By playing to win, acting customer centric, driving innovation and profitable growth, collaborating seamlessly across Avient, and motivating and inspiring and developing others and yourself you will accelerate your ability to achieve Avient's strategic goals, to meet our customer needs, and to accomplish your career goals. At Avient, we believe a wide variety of thoughts, ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world. In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person's qualifications, abilities, experience and performance. Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran's status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to complete an online application, please contact the Avient HR Team by emailing, ApplicationAccommodation@Avient.com. | |