Systems Manager
Position Summary Own and optimize end-to-end manufacturing processes within IQMS, ensuring data integrity, system alignment, and operational performance across planning, production, inventory, and shipping. This role bridges operations, IT, and finance—accountable not just for system configuration, but for real-world outcomes on the floor. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Core Accountability End-to-End Process Ownership Own system workflows across: Order → Planning → Production → Inventory → Shipping → Invoicing Responsible for how the process actually runs—not just how it’s configured System Integrity & Data Governance Work with new product development team to: Ensure BOM accuracy Ensure Routings / cycle times Accuracy Inventory Configuration (locations, lot control, backflush) Work with production to eliminate “workarounds” that bypass IQMS controls Manufacturing Execution Alignment Align IQMS with real plant behavior: Machine scheduling Labor reporting Downtime tracking Close the gap between ERP assumptions and shop floor reality Continuous Improvement Identify bottlenecks using ERP + shop data Drive measurable improvements in: Throughput Scrap On-time delivery Inventory turns IQMS / ERP Ownership Configure and maintain: Work orders, BOMs, routings E-Plant structures (multi-site logic) Inventory transactions (backflush, manual issues, cycle counts) IT Ownership for modules such as: Production reporting Scheduling MRP / forecasting Shipping & EDI integration Process Design & Standardization Define and enforce: Standard operating procedures tied to ERP transactions Reduce variability across plants / shifts Replace tribal knowledge with documented, scalable processes Cross-Functional Coordination Work with: Operations (production supervisors, plant managers) Supply chain / planning Finance (inventory valuation, WIP, variances) IT (integrations, data pipelines) Data & Reporting Build and validate reporting (Power BI / SQL / Oracle backend) and/or Crystal Reporting Issue Resolution Diagnose root causes across: Data issues (bad BOM, incorrect inventory) Process failures (incorrect scanning, missing transactions) System limitations vs. misuse Not just fix symptoms—eliminate recurrence Qualifications 3–10+ years in manufacturing operations, ERP ownership, or process engineering Deep experience with DELMIAWorks (IQMS): Tables (ARINVT, work orders, BOM structures, etc.) Transaction flows (production reporting, backflush, shipping) Strong understanding of: Discrete manufacturing (ideally plastics, injection molding, or similar) Inventory control and costing Experience with: SQL / Oracle (preferred) Power BI or similar analytics tools Company Details: Location: REMOTE This position will report to the VP of Technology Kreate is an equal opportunity employer. The Statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. Apply To This Job