Starszy Specjalista ds. Wdrożeń MES (Ignition) / Senior Specialist, MES Technical Deployment (Ignition)

Your responsibilities

• Deploy, upgrade and stabilise manufacturing execution system - Ignition across manufacturing and distribution sites
• Configure applications, screens, reports and interfaces to meet business needs while following global standards
• Support testing, commissioning and go‑live activities directly at site level
• Deliver user training and post‑deployment support to improve adoption, data quality and confidence
• Troubleshoot system, integration and network issues in partnership with internal teams and external vendors
• Develop reporting and analytics that support operational efficiency, equipment reliability and performance insight
• Contribute to global documentation, standards and continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist in translating business needs into functional MES requirements and technical specifications
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, supply chain and external technology partners
• Some international travel to support site deployments and stabilisation

Our requirements

• Proven hands‑on experience working with manufacturing execution systems (MES) with strong expertise in Ignition software platform
• Ignition® Certification (Gold certification strongly preferred)
• Experience supporting MES integrations with ERP, CMMS, and other non‑MES systems.
• Proficiency in PostgreSQL and/or Microsoft SQL Server.
• Experience working with MES platforms such as FactoryTalk, OpsCenter, Vorne, Mattec, or similar.
• Working knowledge of ANSI/ISA‑95 and Industry 4.0 concepts.
• Experience supporting testing procedures, system validation, and commissioning activities.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills using Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint.

Optional

• Ability to work independently while collaborating in a global, matrixed environment.
• Experience delivering technical training or user enablement activities
• Familiarity with industrial automation and programming platforms (e.g., Rockwell, Siemens, Wonderware, GE, Iconics).
• Experience with Rockwell Software solutions in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Working knowledge of PLC programming, troubleshooting, and support (e.g., Allen Bradley / Rockwell platforms).
• Experience with industrial networking, including Ethernet/IP architectures.
• Hands on experience with network and managed switch configuration in OT/industrial environments.

What we offer

• Full-time employment contract
• Private healthcare
• Pension plan (PPE) with company contribution of 3,5%
• Fully sponsored life insurance
• Remote working; working hours – Monday to Friday, 8h starting between 8:00 and 10:00AM
• Discounts on some of our products from Parker, DYMO, Sharpie, Contigo, and others
• Partly financed Multisport Card or cinema tickets
• Bravo – our global recognition programme where teammates can recognise each other and exceptional work is rewarded
• Give@Newell – paid time-off for charity activities dedicated for local communities right where you live/work.
• Employee Referral Program – an opportunity to get a bonus
• Expectant Parents Gift
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning – 17,000+ courses for your professional and personal development
• Friendly atmosphere & multicultural environment (30+ nationalities in our Poznan office!)
• Corporate Citizenship Philosophies – environmentally sustainable and socially sensitive business practices
• Core Values: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, Leadership

Benefits

• Give@Newell
• sharing the costs of sports activities
• private medical care
• sharing the costs of professional training & courses
• life insurance
• corporate products and services at discounted prices
• retirement pension plan
• sharing the costs of tickets to the movies, theater
• baby layette
• employee referral program

Your Role & Team in a Nutshell

Senior Specialist, MES Technical Deployment (Ignition)

Location: home office, Poland (company's office in Poznan)

Reports to: Manager, MES Technical Deployment

As a Senior Specialist, MES Technical Deployment, you will be responsible for configuration, training, troubleshooting, and the continuous improvement of the company standard MES platform - Ignition.

You will act as an Ignition technical subject matter expert, contributing to global MES standards and best practices while supporting factories and distribution centres through implementations, upgrades, and operational stabilisation. You will influence outcomes through your expertise and collaboration with site engineers, production teams, supply chain partners and external solution providers. You will work independently within a global manufacturing technology team.

We will help you achieve your goals and develop by providing regular feedback and access to training courses.

What You Gain

Newell Brands has a strong footprint in the EMEA region, with several thousand employees spread over many corporate offices and manufacturing facilities. You might recognise some of our iconic brands, like Parker, Sistema, Spontex, Crockpot, NUK, Coleman, and Yankee Candle, to name a few.

Are you interested?

If so, please click on “Apply” on this site and upload your CV in English.

If your application is shortlisted, our recruiter will invite you for an initial MS Teams interview in English.

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Newell Poland Services Sp. z o.o.

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. Newell Brands is focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments.