MES Analyst

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To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a MES Analyst located in Buffalo Grove, IL. Reporting to the Systems Architecture Manager, the MES Analyst will provide operational support for Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and related integrations. This role is responsible for incident resolution, troubleshooting, and change management following ITIL best practices. The ideal candidate will have strong SQL skills, hands-on experience supporting MES platforms, and the ability to work in regulated environments. What a typical day looks like: Provide Level 2 and level3 support for MES applications and integrations. Troubleshoot and resolve incidents, escalating to vendors or internal teams when necessary. Perform SQL queries to analyze data, troubleshoot issues, and validate fixes. Support reporting and data integrity checks. Follow Incident, Problem, and Change Management processes. Document root cause analysis and maintain accurate ticket records. Perform routine health checks and ensure system availability. Apply patches, updates, and configuration changes under controlled processes. Ensure all activities comply with GxP, FDA, and internal quality standards. Maintain SOPs, work instructions, and system documentation. The experience we’re looking to add to our team: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field. 4+ years in application support or IT operations, with mandatory MES support experience. Strong SQL skills for troubleshooting and data analysis. Familiarity with Windows Server environments and network basics. Understanding of integration concepts (Rest APIs, Message Brokers). Experience with ITIL framework (Incident, Problem, Change Management) SS26 AA01 EA42 CA47 What you'll receive for the great work you provide: Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans Life Insurance Short-term and Long-term Disability Matching 401(k) Contributions Vacation and Paid Sick Time Tuition Reimbursement 
 Application Deadline: Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume. Job Posting Start Date 08-17-2026 Job Posting End Date 08-21-2026

 The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity. $71,100.00 USD - $97,800.00 USD Annual Job Category IT Is Sponsorship Available? No Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the