Systems Specialist - AVEVA

Kenvue is currently recruiting for a:

Systems Specialist - AVEVA

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.

Role reports to:

Automation and Integration Lead

Location:

Latin America, Brazil, Sao Paulo, Sao Jose dos Campos

Work Location:

Hybrid

What you will do

The Systems Specialist is responsible for configuring, developing, enhancing, and supporting Kenvue's Global Manufacturing Execution System solution based on the AVEVA MES platform.

The role works closely with Business Analysts, Product Owners, and manufacturing sites to deliver MES capabilities that support business and operational requirements across the manufacturing network. The position is highly hands-on, with a primary focus on solution configuration, software development, testing, deployment, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of MES applications.

The successful candidate will contribute to the continuous improvement of the Global MES template while supporting manufacturing digitization initiatives across multiple sites.

This position will be based out of our São José dos Campos, Brazil or in Bangalore, India.

Key Responsibilities

MES Development & Configuration

Configure and develop MES solutions using the AVEVA MES platform Develop and maintain MES workflows, forms, screens, and business logic Create solution enhancements and implement new functionality based on business requirements Participate in technical design discussions and translate designs into working solutions Develop proof-of-concept solutions and prototypes when required Support testing, validation, and deployment activities Perform root-cause analysis and troubleshooting of MES application issues Integration & Data Management

Develop and support integrations between MES and enterprise systems Create and maintain database interfaces, APIs, and data exchanges Develop SQL scripts, stored procedures, and reports to support business processes Troubleshoot data flow and integration issues across application and database layers Ensure data integrity, reliability, and performance of MES solutions Global MES Template Support

Contribute to the implementation and continuous improvement of the Global MES Template Support rollout activities across manufacturing sites Help identify opportunities for solution standardization and reuse Participate in solution documentation and knowledge-sharing activities Ensure delivered solutions align with established standards and best practices Delivery Support

Collaborate with Business Analysts and Solution Architects to understand requirements Contribute to technical specifications and solution designs Break requirements into development tasks and user stories Participate in sprint planning, development, testing, and release activities Provide effort estimates and status updates for assigned work packages Operational Support

Support production environments and incident resolution activities Investigate and resolve application defects and performance issues Participate in system upgrades, maintenance, and enhancement initiatives Assist users and site teams with technical issue resolution when required

What we are looking for

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor Degree in Technology, Systems Information or related field.

Hands-on experience with AVEVA MES (Wonderware MES) and AVEVA Work Tasks development and configuration Experience configuring and supporting MES applications in manufacturing environments Good understanding of manufacturing processes and ISA-95 principles Strong SQL skills, including script development, stored procedures, and troubleshooting JavaScript development experience for MES customization and user interface enhancements Experience working with application integrations, APIs, and database interfaces Familiarity with Azure DevOps and/or GitHub development processes Ability to troubleshoot issues across application, integration, and database layers Experience with software testing, deployment, and support activities Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities Ability to work independently and as part of a global team Good communication skills with both technical and business stakeholders Willingness to learn new technologies and manufacturing processes Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Experience

Experience in pharmaceutical, consumer healthcare, life sciences, or FMCG manufacturing environments Exposure to MES implementations or site rollouts Experience working in Agile delivery teams Knowledge of manufacturing systems integrations with ERP, LIMS, SCADA, or Historian platforms Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and modern software development practices

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