AI use among textile winding, twisting, and drawing out machine setters, operators, and tenders is little observed so far. Measured exposure for textile winding, twisting, and drawing out machine setters, operators, and tenders: 0% (little observed).

Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.

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Job Summary

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Join our CIM (Computer Integrated Manufacturing) team to take a key role in developing, supporting, and enhancing our world-class Manufacturing Execution System (MES) across our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. Our custom-developed CIM platform integrates SAP, enterprise applications, databases, and highly automated manufacturing equipment to support critical factory operations. We leverage advanced information technology, software development, and data analytics to improve manufacturing productivity, enforce quality, optimize business processes, and enable operational excellence. We are seeking an experienced, technically strong professional with a Computer Science background and significant manufacturing experience. The ideal candidate combines strong software and database knowledge with a deep understanding of manufacturing operations and the ability to translate complex business requirements into effective technical solutions. This individual will work closely with manufacturing personnel, engineering, IT, and business leadership to identify opportunities, solve complex problems, and deliver technology solutions that improve factory performance.

This position is 100% On Site Supporting Manufacturing Operations

Job Description

• Serve as a key technical and business resource supporting the ongoing development, enhancement, and maintenance of our custom Manufacturing Execution System (MES). • Work collaboratively with manufacturing operators, engineers, management, and executive leadership to understand business processes and identify opportunities for improvement. • Lead requirements-gathering sessions, analyze business needs, and translate functional requirements into detailed technical specifications for the CIM software development team. • Apply strong systems analysis and problem-solving skills to investigate complex manufacturing and application issues and drive them through resolution. • Understand manufacturing processes, production workflows, material movement, inventory management, and the integration of manufacturing systems with SAP and other enterprise applications. • Develop, analyze, and optimize complex SQL queries to support application development, troubleshooting, reporting, and data analysis. • Perform comprehensive system integration testing to ensure application quality, functionality, and reliability before production deployment. • Utilize business intelligence tools such as IBM Cognos to develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and alerts that support manufacturing operations and business KPIs. • Collaborate with software developers, database administrators, and other technical resources to deliver effective and sustainable system solutions. • Identify opportunities to leverage technology and automation to improve manufacturing efficiency, productivity, quality, and operational performance. • Provide technical guidance and training to end users and support the successful deployment and adoption of new functionality. • Manage multiple projects and initiatives while maintaining a strong focus on quality, execution, and customer satisfaction.

Education / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline. • Minimum 3 - 5 years of related manufacturing business experience • Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production processes, and factory systems. • Demonstrated experience working with SAP in a manufacturing environment. • Advanced SQL skills, including the ability to develop, troubleshoot, and optimize complex queries. • Proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical and business problems and drive issues to resolution. • Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and project management skills. • Ability to work effectively with technical teams, manufacturing personnel, and all levels of management. • Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) or Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) applications. • Experience with IBM Cognos, Tableau, or other business intelligence and analytics platforms. • Experience supporting highly automated manufacturing equipment and integrated factory systems. • Experience with software development methodologies, application testing, and system deployment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Vicor is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability

Compensation Data

Salary Range:

$85,000 - $105,000

Please note: This range is based on our current market driven pay structures. Individual salaries are determined based upon a variety of factors including but not limited to, a candidates overall qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience as well as company internal equity.