MES Specialist

Job Title

MES Specialist (Werum PAS-X V3)

Location

Vevey area, Switzerland
(On-site role for a leading global healthcare & biopharma organization — client name confidential)

Contract Type

Temporary assignment – 3 months

Seniority

Junior (0–5 years of experience)

Start Date

January 2026 (exact date to be confirmed)

Department

Digital & Manufacturing Systems

Role Overview

Randstad Digital is looking for a MES Specialist with hands-on experience in Werum PAS-X V3 to support the design, deployment, maintenance, and continuous improvement of manufacturing execution systems within a highly regulated pharmaceutical environment.
You will collaborate closely with operations, digital systems teams, quality assurance, and validation stakeholders to ensure reliable digital manufacturing processes and system compliance.

Key Responsibilities

MES (Werum PAS-X V3) Responsibilities

• Support design, configuration, deployment, and maintenance of Werum PAS-X V3 MES workflows.

• Ensure end-user onboarding and training before go-live and for future upgrades or system changes.

• Provide frontline support to shop-floor users to ensure seamless execution of digital batch processes.

• Prepare and maintain MES procedures, technical documentation, and operational reports.

Operational & Technical Support

• Provide technical input and troubleshooting guidance during manufacturing activities.

• Contribute to qualification and validation activities in collaboration with digital systems and validation teams.

• Maintain system compliance with applicable standards (GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11) and internal QA procedures.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Initiate and support deviations, investigations, and CAPA actions within the scope of MES.

• Contribute to change-control processes and risk assessments (CCP, FMEA, etc.).

• Promote operational excellence by identifying improvements in digital workflows and system usage.

Candidate Profile

Education

• Master’s degree in IT, Digital Systems, Data Engineering, Automation, or related field.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, digital systems, or MES tools.

• Hands-on experience with Werum PAS-X V3 is strongly preferred.

Soft Skills

• Quality-focused: Ensures robust operational processes and regular quality checks.

• Technology-driven mindset: Applies new technologies to optimize manufacturing operations.

• Agile & adaptable: Able to adjust quickly to changing priorities or unexpected events.

• Ownership & accountability: Takes responsibility for deliverables and technical outcomes.

• Team-oriented: Collaborates effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.

Professional Skills

• Strong self-management; able to work under time pressure or conflicting priorities.

• Clear and concise communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Basic project-management capabilities with a focus on timely delivery.