- Role & responsibilities
- Lead MES implementation starting with one plant, then roll out across remaining 4 facilities
- Act as single point of accountability between SSWL, MES vendor, and system integrator
- Define project scope, timelines, milestones; manage budget and risks
- Drive integration with existing SAP ERP, shop floor PLCs, quality systems, etc.
- Own change management training, SOPs, user adoption across plants
- Establish governance model, KPIs, and reporting for program health
- Build internal MES and digital manufacturing competency team for long-term sustainability

Advanced Digitalization & Innovation
- Identify and operationalize Industry 4.0 initiatives post-MES stabilization including predictive maintenance, computer vision inspection, process optimization, and digital twin readiness
- Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies such as AI/ML, IIoT,



and advanced analytics platforms
- Continuously improve plant digital maturity and operational excellence through data-driven decision-making.

Preferred candidate profile

Experience
- 10+ years in manufacturing IT/OT; minimum 2 full-cycle MES implementations

Domain
- Auto-ancillary, forging, casting, or machining environments preferred

Platforms
- Hands-on with at least one: Opcenter, DELMIAWorks, Plex, AVEVA, or equivalent

Integration
- SAP integration experience; familiarity with OPC-UA, PLCs, SCADA

Program Management
- Multi-site rollouts; vendor and SI management

Location
- Willing to be based in Punjab/Chandigarh region; travel 30-40%

📌 Digital Transformation Lead (Chandigarh)
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