Manufacturing Execution System Experts in Switzerland
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Switzerland, who have recently used Manufacturing Execution System
Matthias L.
Last position:
Consultant, Technical Project Manager at POCTIM Leicht
- Consulting, leading, and contributing to projects for efficiency improvement, restructuring, process improvement, process outsourcing, and cost reduction in production, quality, and logistics
- Interim management, especially in SMEs
- Lean management
- Bridging vacancies
- Management and process consulting as a Lean Trainer
- Technical Project Manager (IPMA Level D)
Jürgen S.
Last position:
Manager Manufacturing Operations USP at Thermo Fisher Scientific
- Liquida, aseptic/sterile, fill & finish, solida in production & packaging
- CAPEX/Greenfield, 5kL SUT Owner, CVQ, runs/SCM/SCORE, SFM, KPI, CAD, CQV, MSAT, trainings, audits, EHS
- Organization, construction, sterile production, operations, packaging, PPQ, Op-readiness, RM, audits, documentation authoring
David B.
Last position:
External Project Manager in the Supply Chain Network at DEUTZ AG
- Project management (SAP BN (Ariba) onboarding, support for SAP ECC and SAP TM for supplier topics)
- Standardization of global value creation processes
- Basic training as well as central contact person for suppliers and support for planners
Matteo G.
Last position:
Vice President IT Applications at Comet AG
- Provide global leadership for Comet’s enterprise applications and digital transformation agenda, acting as a strategic partner to the CIO and Executive Committee. Accountable for driving business value, operational excellence, and innovation across the entire enterprise systems landscape.
- Define and execute the global enterprise applications strategy across ERP, CRM, PLM, MES, HR systems (SuccessFactors, SAP HR), and Microsoft 365 (M365), ensuring scalability, security, and alignment with long-term business objectives.
- Partner with executive and regional business leaders to translate strategic objectives into actionable digital initiatives that enhance efficiency, agility, and user experience.
- Drive Agile delivery practices across cross-functional global teams using Jira, Confluence, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Lead a centralized and standardized global application delivery model to ensure governance, efficiency, and consistency across all regions and business units.
- Own vendor management and sourcing strategy, establishing and monitoring KPIs, SLAs, and performance metrics for application reliability, user adoption, and business impact.
- Manage multi-million euro application budgets, optimizing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and value creation.
- Strengthen IT governance, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance in line with GDPR, ISO, and IFRS requirements.
- Enable IT/OT convergence by integrating SAP, MES, PLM, and production systems with enterprise platforms, ensuring secure and interoperable manufacturing and R&D architectures.
- Act as Deputy CIO, contributing to enterprise IT strategy, cybersecurity programs, risk management, and transformation initiatives.
- Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across global IT and business teams.
- Ensure efficient and cost-effective Managed Service Provider (MSP) delivery while maintaining required service levels across all application services.
- Oversee SAP AMS and non-SAP application support teams across internal resources and external MSPs.
- Ensure high service reliability through structured Incident, Change, and Problem Management in coordination with the IT Service Delivery organization.
- Establish and continuously monitor KPIs, SLAs, and application performance dashboards to ensure service quality and business continuity.
- Coordinate L2/L3 escalation paths across internal IT teams, MSPs, and software vendors to ensure rapid issue resolution.
Thomas H.
Last position:
Sales Partner at SourceWeb Group
- Consulting and sales in cyber security
Arist V.
Last position:
Partner at Data Confidence GmbH
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Statistics of experts using Manufacturing Execution System
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
28 years
Position duration
2.7 years
Positions per freelancer
11
Top business areas
Project Management, Information Technology, Operations
Top industries
Manufacturing, Professional Services, Automotive
Certification focus areas
Project Management, Quality Assurance, Human Resources
Bachelor's degree or higher
100%
Master's degree or higher
80%
Doctorate
20%
Certifications per freelancer
4
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Switzerland are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Switzerland using Manufacturing Execution System
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
Manufacturing Execution System experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Manufacturing (100%)
- Professional Services (83%)
- Automotive (50%)
- Energy (50%)
- Information Technology (50%)
- Retail (50%)
- Cosmetics (33%)
- Chemical (33%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What MES does
A Manufacturing Execution System, often called MES, links production planning to what happens on the shop floor. It captures machine and operator data, tracks work orders, and keeps a live record of each batch or serial item. Companies use it to improve visibility, control, and compliance.
Typical projects
- Shop floor control and dispatching
- Traceability and genealogy flows
- Quality checks and nonconformance handling
- Production reporting and OEE data capture
- Integration with ERP, PLC, and SCADA systems
Strong ecosystem knowledge
MES work often spans Siemens Opcenter Execution, AVEVA MES, SAP ME, and related manufacturing tools. Strong professionals understand ISA-95 concepts, database-heavy data flows, interfaces, and event handling. They know how to align the software with actual production steps, not just the process map.
When companies bring in freelancers
Many teams need outside specialists when MES rollouts touch several plants, legacy machines, or strict quality rules. Others need help during upgrades, interface rebuilds, or data migration from older shop floor tools. In Switzerland, this often matters in regulated manufacturing, precision production, and facilities that need reliable English and German collaboration.
What good experts deliver
A strong MES professional asks about recipes, exceptions, downtime causes, and traceability before writing anything. They can model production flows, define master data, and test end-to-end scenarios with operations teams. They also document interfaces clearly so support stays manageable after go-live.
Signs you need help
- Operators still rely on spreadsheets or paper logs
- Production data is late, incomplete, or disputed
- ERP and shop floor systems do not agree
- Quality, genealogy, or batch records are hard to prove
- A plant expansion or upgrade is blocking daily work
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about Manufacturing Execution System, in one place.
A Manufacturing Execution System connects production orders, machine data, and operator actions on the shop floor. It is used to track work in progress, record traceability, handle quality events, and show what is happening in production right now. That makes it useful in factories that need tighter control than ERP alone can provide.
MES sits between planning and control. ERP plans demand and inventory, while SCADA focuses on machine supervision and signals; MES manages execution, dispatching, genealogy, and production records. Many projects fail when this boundary is unclear, so a good specialist defines it early.
Besides Manufacturing Execution System, searchers often use MES, shop floor control, or production execution system. In some plants, vendor terms such as Siemens Opcenter Execution or SAP ME matter more than the generic label. A strong freelancer will know how these terms map to real project needs.
A Manufacturing Execution System specialist should understand ISA-95, data modelling, integration design, and manufacturing processes. Useful experience also includes ERP interfaces, PLC and SCADA connectivity, SQL, reporting, and validation or quality workflows. The best people can talk to both operations and IT without losing detail.
A MES project usually needs more than generic software experience, because production rules, exceptions, and plant constraints are specific. For smaller changes, one strong specialist can guide design and implementation. For larger rollouts, look for someone who has handled interfaces, testing, and user adoption in real plants.
Yes, much of the MES analysis, configuration, interface design, and testing can be done remotely. On-site time is still useful for process mapping, line observations, and user training, especially when plants run multiple shifts. In Switzerland, many teams prefer a mix of remote work and focused visits.
A strong Manufacturing Execution System freelancer can explain production flows in plain language and show how they handled traceability, quality, and interfaces before. Look for concrete examples of testing with real shop floor data, not just software setup. Clear documentation and calm stakeholder handling are also good signs.
With MES, deliverables often include process maps, interface specifications, configuration rules, test scripts, and user documentation. Depending on the scope, you may also need migration plans, training material, and support during go-live. A good specialist makes these outputs usable for operations, IT, and quality teams.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Switzerland who have used Manufacturing Execution System in their recent projects is 123 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 980 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Switzerland who have used Manufacturing Execution System in their recent projects, 100% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 80% hold at least a Master's degree, and 20% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Switzerland who have used Manufacturing Execution System in their recent projects have 28 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.7 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Manufacturing Execution System in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (17%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Manufacturing Execution System in their recent projects are Manufacturing (100%), Professional Services (83%), and Automotive (50%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Switzerland who have used Manufacturing Execution System in their recent projects are Project Management (100%), Information Technology (67%), and Operations (67%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used Manufacturing Execution System
Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
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