Digital Records Senior Specialist MES (Manufacturing Execution System)
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An opportunity has arisen for a
Digital Records Senior Specialist
to join our team at the high-tech Salamanca site, within the Digital Records Design Hub.
As a Digital Records Senior Specialist (MES), you will play a critical role in maintaining, supporting, and optimizing our Manufacturing Execution System (MES) – with a specific focus on PAS-X. You will be involved in all aspects of MES administration, recipe development, and on-floor support, helping ensure compliant, reliable, and efficient manufacturing performance.
This role requires strong technical expertise in MES environments, hands-on experience in PAS-X authoring and administration, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. Your work will directly support both daily operations and long-term digital transformation initiatives in a regulated, fast-paced manufacturing setting.
Tasks And Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To
Tier Process Engagement Participate actively in daily Tier meetings to monitor production operations, proactively resolve MES-related technical issues, and ensure business continuity.On-Floor Support & System Administration Provide on-site MES support during manufacturing activities;
ensure that PAS-X components are properly maintained, validated, and aligned with quality standards.PAS-X Recipe Development Create and manage electronic batch records (eBRs) and recipes within PAS-X, ensuring that processes are scalable, compliant, and optimized for performance.Vendor Management & Issue Resolution Collaborate with external vendors to ensure service quality;
support technical investigations, deviation analysis, and timely problem resolution.Methodology & Compliance Develop and implement robust methods for managing MES systems in line with internal SOPs and industry standards (e.G., GMP, SDLC). Maintain audit readiness.Training & Documentation Deliver MES training for relevant teams;
author and update technical documentation, including SOPs and user manuals, ensuring alignment with validation protocols.Continuous Improvement Identify system gaps and process inefficiencies;
lead or support initiatives to improve MES usability, system performance, and cross-functional workflows.
Your profile
Education & Technical Expertise Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or related field. Equivalent practical experience will also be considered.MES Proficiency (PAS-X a must) Strong hands-on experience with PAS-X MES – including authoring and modifying MES recipes and batch records. Experience in pharma or biotech environments is highly preferred.Compliance & Validation Solid understanding of GMP regulations, GAMP5, and Computer System Validation (CSV) principles. Experience with SDLC processes and audit preparation is essential.Technical Problem Solving Proven ability to identify, analyze, and resolve MES-related issues in a structured and efficient manner, often under time pressure.Communication & Collaboration Strong interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly with colleagues from IT, QA, production, and external vendors. Customer- and solution-focused mindset.Language Skills Fluency in Spanish and English (written and spoken) is mandatory.Additional Advantage Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methodologies, experience with system integrations, and prior exposure to global pharma manufacturing environments.
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Employee Status
Regular
Relocation
VISA Sponsorship
Travel Requirements
Flexible Work Arrangements
Not Applicable
Shift
Valid Driving License
Hazardous Material(s)
Required Skills
Applied Engineering, Audit Management, Automation, Business Continuity, Business Process Improvements, Collaborative Communications, Computer Science, Data Management, Digital Manufacturing, Digital Transformation, Global Team Collaboration, GMP Compliance, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Manufacturing Support, Problem Management, Process Monitoring, Quality Management, Quality Standards, Real-Time Programming, Social Collaboration, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Technical Writing Documentation
Preferred Skills
Job Posting End Date
07/24/2025
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Requisition ID
R356634Seniority level
Seniority level Not ApplicableEmployment type
Employment type Full-timeJob function
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