MES Specialist

Technical Source is currently supporting a global pharmaceutical manufacturer in Wilson, NC with a critical MES Specialist need. This role will support a live PAS-X migration and act as the on-site MES point person until a full-time Lead is hired.

This position sits at the intersection of Operations, Quality, and Automation. The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience with PAS‑X configuration, electronic batch records (E ), and GMP manufacturing environments.

This is a high‑visibility role supporting batch execution, system troubleshooting, migration validation, and interface coordination.

• Serve as primary MES support contact for manufacturing operations
• Troubleshoot batch execution issues, workflow errors, and system connectivity problems
• Support scanner, printer, and interface‑related troubleshooting
• Review audit trails and resolve production system issues in real time
• Provide guidance to operators on MES workflows and compliance requirements

• Support recipe and Master Batch Record (M ) migration from legacy system into PAS‑X
• Partner with external migration team to validate configuration and data integrity
• Execute and support interface testing between MES, ERP, LIMS, and automation systems
• Document and track defects during testing and cutover activities

• Participate in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) sessions
• Execute validation test scripts and confirm system functionality
• Review MES configuration to ensure alignment with GMP and operational requirements
• Support go‑live stabilization activities

• Interface with global MES governance team to align site standards
• Identify workflow improvements to enhance usability and compliance
• Partner with future MES Lead to implement system optimizations

• 8+ years of experience supporting Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Hands‑on experience with Werum PAS‑X (configuration or support level)
• Experience supporting electronic batch records (E ) in GMP environments
• Strong understanding of audit trails, electronic signatures, and data integrity
• Experience participating in system migrations, FAT/SAT, or go‑live activities
• Ability to troubleshoot MES‑related issues across operations, IT, and automation teams
• Comfortable working onsite in a manufacturing environment

• Experience in biopharmaceutical or sterile manufacturing
• Interface experience with ERP (SAP), LIMS, or Delta
  
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• Understanding of 21 CFR Part 11 requirements