Manufacturing Execution System Experts in Switzerland
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Switzerland, who have recently used Manufacturing Execution System
Matthias Leicht
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 Schmickler
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 Barreto Schmidt
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 Ganzaroli
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 Höhle
Last position:
Sales Partner at SourceWeb Group
- Consulting and sales in cyber security
Arist Von Perbandt
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 30 Aug 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 30 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
About the technology
MES basics
A Manufacturing Execution System, often called MES, connects production planning with what happens on the shop floor. It tracks orders, materials, machines, labor, and quality events in near real time. Companies use it to see what is running, what is blocked, and what needs action.
Core work
- Production order dispatching and status tracking
- Lot, batch, and serial traceability
- Quality checks and deviation handling
- Machine, line, and operator data capture
- OEE and production reporting logic
Ecosystem
MES rarely stands alone. It often integrates with ERP, SCADA, PLCs, historians, LIMS, warehouse systems, and labeling tools. Strong specialists know how to move data cleanly between these systems without breaking shop floor timing or traceability.
When to bring help
Companies usually need freelance help when an MES rollout is blocked by complex interfaces, legacy equipment, or unclear production processes. The same is true during upgrades, site expansions, validation work, or a move from paper-based control to digital execution. In Switzerland, this often means working across multilingual teams and regulated operations.
What strong specialists do
Strong professionals know process flows, master data, and integration details, not just the user screens. They document states, exceptions, and handoffs clearly so production, quality, and IT can work from the same logic. They also understand when a custom rule belongs in MES and when it should stay in ERP or machine control.
Good fit signals
- Your current shop floor data is delayed or incomplete
- Traceability gaps make audits or recalls harder
- You need interfaces between MES and existing plant systems
- Users still rely on spreadsheets or paper travelers
- You need local support for on-site commissioning in Switzerland
Frequently asked questions
Everything clients usually want to know about Manufacturing Execution System, in one place.
A Manufacturing Execution System manages production execution on the shop floor. It helps track orders, materials, machine states, quality checks, and traceability so teams know what is happening in real time. It is used in discrete manufacturing, batch production, and regulated environments where records must stay consistent.
MES sits between ERP and the control layer. ERP plans and records the business side, while SCADA and PLCs focus on machine control and signals. MES handles the production flow, exceptions, traceability, and operator actions that ERP and SCADA do not cover well on their own.
A strong Manufacturing Execution System specialist usually understands ERP integration, SQL, API design, and shop floor data models. Knowledge of SCADA, PLCs, historians, quality processes, and validation methods is also useful. In regulated plants, document control and test discipline matter a lot.
A project needs MES expertise when the process is complex, the interfaces are many, or the plant cannot afford downtime. That often includes new site launches, system replacements, batch traceability work, or production reporting fixes. If the team is still defining workflows, senior help saves time and rework.
A Manufacturing Execution System project often uses both. Design, integration planning, and testing can usually be done remotely, while equipment checks, user training, and commissioning are often easier on-site. In Switzerland, hybrid collaboration is common when plants need close contact with local teams.
A MES rollout is struggling when users bypass it, production data is late, or the system cannot handle exceptions cleanly. Other signs are weak master data, broken interfaces, and unclear ownership between operations and IT. If traceability depends on manual cleanup, the design needs attention.
Look for a Manufacturing Execution System specialist who has shipped real plant work, not just configuration demos. Ask for examples of integrations, traceability logic, exception handling, and user adoption in live production. Clear documentation and calm communication are strong signs of quality.
MES is often used as the common term, while shop floor control is an older label for a similar idea. MOM is broader and can include MES plus quality, maintenance, and other manufacturing capabilities. In practice, the exact scope depends on the product and the plant architecture.
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
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