BE - Ardo HeadquartersITPermanent contractArdo supplies its continuously growing markets around the world with high quality frozen vegetables, herbs, and fruit with 4000 employees and 17 production sites in 8 countries. The family business sells in more than 100 countries and has a turnover of more than 1.4 billion euros. Ardo''s mission is to preserve the gift of nature as pure as possible. Ardo achieves this goal thanks to an integrated network of growing areas, production units, freezing units, packaging equipment, appropriate logistics and thorough quality control. The group''s know-how and flexible structure ensure that it can respond quickly to new trends and that innovative products can be brought onto the market quickly. More info on www.ardo.com.Your ScopeAre you passionate about technology and its application in the manufacturing and warehousing sector? Do you have a keen interest in optimizing production processes and ensuring seamless integration of IT systems across multiple sites? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dynamic team as an ICT Specialist Production & Warehousing.As part of our Group Applications Team, you will be at the forefront of our manufacturing operations, playing a vital role in supporting and enhancing our Manufacturing Execution System (MES) across multiple factories in Europe. Your work will be critical in ensuring that our production processes are efficient, integrated, and continually improved.Your key responsibilities:Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Support & Optimization: Provide expert support for our MES and associated production processes, ensuring smooth operations across multiple European factories.System Integration: Facilitate the seamless integration of the MES with other IT systems, including SAP PP, Agro, SCADA, and printing applications, ensuring data flows effortlessly between systems.Data Reporting & Analysis: Develop and enhance reporting on MES data, including key performance metrics like Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), to drive informed decision-making.IoT & Energy Reporting: Contribute to the rollout of IoT architecture and energy reporting initiatives, playing a pivotal role in our digital transformation journey.Continuous Improvement: Identify, define, and implement continuous improvements in our production and IT processes, ensuring we remain at the cutting edge of manufacturing technology.Project Participation: Collaborate as a key team member on MES-related projects, from conception through to implementation, ensuring successful delivery and adoption.Documentation: Maintain and document support procedures, ensuring knowledge is shared and accessible across the team.Your profileEducational Background: You hold at least a bachelor''s degree in IT or have equivalent experience.Relevant Experience: You bring a minimum of 3 years experience with production processes and MES software. Experience with Aptean Objective or production automation is an advantage.Multilingual Skills: Fluency in Dutch, English, and French is essential for effective communication across our European operations.Analytical Expertise: You possess excellent analytical skills, with the ability to delve into the details while also understanding the bigger picture.Strong Communication: Your communication skills are top-notch, enabling you to work effectively with various stakeholders, from production teams to senior management.Willingness to Travel: You are open to short trips within Europe to support our various sites.Join us and become a key player in a company where technology and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. Your expertise will directly contribute to the efficiency and success of our production and warehousing operations across Europe.We offerWe offer you the opportunity to be part of an authentic and sustainable international company, with real growth opportunities and the freedom to actively participate in shaping the business and the opportunity to develop professionally. You will receive a full remuneration package in line with the level of this position. We care for our people and create family-friendly surroundings by offering you the flexibility to work 2 days/week from home. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Application Specialist