Shopfloor IT Operations Specialist – MES / SCADA

Specialist – Shopfloor IT Operations

📍 Location: Blythewood, South Carolina (Onsite – 5 days/week)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
📈 Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree (IT, Engineering, or related)
🏭 Industry: Automotive / Manufacturing / Automation

💰 Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $100,000 – $125,000

• Annual bonus eligible

• Full benefits package

• Relocation assistance available

🚀 Overview

A rapidly growing automotive manufacturing organization is seeking a Shopfloor IT Operations Specialist to support and optimise production-floor IT systems and infrastructure.

This is a hands-on, onsite role focused on ensuring high availability, performance, and reliability of shopfloor technologies across all production shifts.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

Shopfloor Systems Support

• Support and maintain systems including:

• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

• SCADA systems

• Torque / Screw Data Management systems

• Monitor, configure, and troubleshoot to ensure system integrity

Hardware & Device Support

• Configure and troubleshoot:

• Worker guidance stations

• Andon boards

• Printers and label systems

• Handheld devices

• Maintain and support shopfloor hardware infrastructure

Service Desk & Support

• Manage and resolve service tickets (Tier 1 support)

• Diagnose and resolve production IT issues quickly

• Provide support across all production shifts

Support Strategy & Operations

• Develop and implement shopfloor IT support concepts

• Conduct audits and generate reports for:

• Compliance

• System performance

• Operational efficiency

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with:

• Production teams

• Engineering

• IT

• Ensure seamless integration of IT systems within manufacturing operations

✅ Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in:

• Manufacturing / industrial IT environments

• Automotive production (preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related field

• 2+ years of project management experience

• Strong knowledge of:

• Shopfloor systems (MES, SCADA, etc.)

• Databases, programming, and communication protocols

• Basic knowledge of:

• Automation technologies

• PLCs and industrial interfaces

⭐ Key Skills

• SCADA / MES / Shopfloor systems expertise

• Automation & PLC fundamentals

• Project management skills

• Hardware troubleshooting and configuration

• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking

• Ability to work independently in fast-paced environments

➕ Preferred Skills

• Experience with:

• Edge computing

• Torque data systems

• Familiarity with:

• AI and Big Data in manufacturing

• ITIL framework

• Knowledge of:

• Robotics, sensors, and industrial systems

🎯 Ideal Candidate

• Hands-on shopfloor IT specialist with manufacturing experience

• Strong in troubleshooting both software and hardware

• Comfortable working in fast-paced production environments

• Able to support operations across multiple shifts

• Proactive in identifying and implementing process improvements

📝 Screening Questions

• Do you have experience supporting shopfloor IT systems and hardware?

• Do you have project management experience?

• Do you have automotive production experience?

• Are you willing to relocate to Blythewood, SC?

• Will you require visa sponsorship now or in the future?

• Does the salary range align with expectations?

Senior Supply Chain Manager | Medical Devices | $150K–$160K | Sumter, SC

Job Title: Senior Supply Chain Manager
Location: Sumter, South Carolina (Onsite – Manufacturing Facility)
Industry: Medical Technology / Medical Devices
Employment Type: Full-Time
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
Travel: Up to 25%
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
Security Clearance: Not Required
Relocation Assistance: Possible for the right candidate
Compensation: $150,000–$160,000 base salary + full benefits
Bonus Eligible: No
Interview Travel Reimbursed: Yes

Overview:

This role is a strategic and hands-on leadership opportunity within a leading global medical technology manufacturer. The Senior Supply Chain Manager will lead the end-to-end supply chain operations for a high-volume manufacturing plant, overseeing planning, purchasing, sterilization, product flow, shipping, and master data governance. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring supply continuity, operational efficiency, inventory optimization, and cross-functional collaboration with corporate, regional, and site-based stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

Purchasing & Supplier Management

• Lead procurement of raw materials, components, MRO supplies, and capital equipment.

• Direct issuance of purchase orders and lead resolution of non-conforming materials with supplier quality teams.

• Collaborate with One Company Procurement (OCP) for corporate sourcing compliance and improvements.

Planning & Scheduling

• Align with global supply chain teams to balance plant efficiency with customer demand.

• Evaluate master production schedules and global demand for molded components.

• Drive production plan adjustments and support mitigation strategies for material shortages.

Master Data Management

• Oversee materials control documentation, ISO/QSR/SOX compliance, and ERP data governance.

• Lead process improvement initiatives in SAP and Apriso systems.

Sterilization Operations

• Oversee the operation and optimization of the on-site Gamma sterilizer – the plant’s bottleneck process.

• Liaise with microbiology, corporate sterilization, and assurance teams for SOP alignment and continuous improvement.

Shipping & Logistics

• Ensure talent and processes are in place to support outbound product flow to distribution centers and partner plants.

Leadership of Supply Chain Teams

• Directly manage 3 supply chain managers overseeing inbound, outbound, and planning functions.

• Represent the plant in divisional Integrated Reconciliation Meetings and strategic planning forums.

• Lead strategic initiatives including manufacturing transfers, make vs. buy analysis, and business continuity planning.

Reporting & Strategic Collaboration

• Prepare and analyze capacity reports, forecast alignment, and budget planning documents.

• Coordinate with finance, CI leadership, and marketing to ensure aligned business performance.

• Coach and develop a team of exempt supply chain professionals in line with corporate strategies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain or a related field

• 10+ years of experience in supply chain management within a manufacturing environment

• Strong background in planning, procurement, supplier performance management, and logistics

• Proficiency in SAP and Apriso systems

• Demonstrated success in leading teams and managing cross-functional projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• 15+ years of total experience in manufacturing or supply chain operations

• Prior experience managing supply chain disruptions (e.g., raw material delays, port congestion)

• Background in strategic supplier negotiations, cost reduction, and demand forecasting

• Familiarity with ISO, QSR, and SOX compliance requirements

• Continuous Improvement (CI) and transformation experience, including digitalization

Work Environment:

• This is an on-site leadership role based in a non-smoking, regulated manufacturing environment.

• Steel toe, non-slip footwear is required in production areas.

• Jewelry, false eyelashes, press-on nails, and visible dermals are prohibited in production zones for safety and compliance.

Why Join?

• Be part of a high-performing, collaborative team that supports career growth and development

• Play a key role in ensuring medical products reach global customers safely and efficiently

• Join a company with a strong reputation for ethical operations, innovation, and global impact

• Contribute to critical healthcare solutions and operational excellence at a global scale