Functional Specialist, MES

Location: 

Budapest, HU, 1117 Ghlin, BE, 7011 Feltre, IT Avintes, PT, 4415-272 Pamplona, Navarra, ES, 31860 Drunen, NL, 5151 RW Székesfehérvár, HU, 8000

Career area:  Information Technology (IT)
Department:  GBS MES - APICS and UK App Services
Job Type: 
Apply by:  June 30 , 2026

Hydro Global Business Services (GBS) is an organizational area that operates as an internal service provider for the Hydro group. Its ultimate purpose is to deliver relevant IT, financial and HR business services to all business areas within the company.

 

Role purpose

  • Provide 2nd level support for the APICS MES system across Hydro locations, ensuring stable Business As Usual (BAU) operations.
  • Contribute to the implementation of APICS MES in new locations, supporting project activities from configuration to Go-Live and Hypercare.
  • Act as a Functional Specialist, colaborating in activities across regions and supporting the team.
  • Performe knowledge sharing, best practices, and continuous improvement across APICS- supported sites.

What you will be doing

  • Provide operational support for APICS MES across multiple production sites, ensuring stable and efficient system usage
  • Partner with business stakeholders, key users, and project teams to support sites throughout their APICS lifecycle, from implementation to business-as-usual operations.
  • Participate in APICS MES implementation projects, including testing, configuration, user training, and go-live support.
  • Support the rollout of new APICS functionalities and continuous system improvements across the organization.
  • Build expertise in manufacturing processes, APICS solutions, and system integrations to support future deployments and enhancements.
  • Contribute to the development of standards, templates, and best practices to ensure consistent global implementation.
  • Collaborate with international colleagues and cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence and digital transformation initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and HSE requirements.

What will make you successful?

  • 3+ years of experience in MES, manufacturing systems, or IT support environments
  • Master/Bachelor/Vocational Degree
  • Fluent in English is mandatory, French or Spanish a plus
  • Strong communication skills
  • Customer service orientation and service-minded attitude
  • Problem-solving and analytical thinking, attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and in distributed teams
  • Knowledge of MES systems
  • Understanding of SAP integrations
  • Basic knowledge of PLCs and industrial environments is a plus  

What we offer you

  • Working at the world’s only fully integrated aluminum and leading renewable energy company
  • Diverse, global teams
  • Flexible work environment/home office (hybrid)
  • We provide you the freedom to be creative and to learn from experts
  • Possibility to grow with the company
  • Attractive benefit package

Equal opportunities

At Hydro, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives, and invite all qualified candidates to apply. We review every application fairly and strive to provide equal opportunities for everyone to grow and succeed.

Apply before: 30/06/2026

Possible work locations

Why Hydro?

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

Why Hydro?

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

 

 

 

 

 

 

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage.

Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions.

Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.

About Hydro

  • Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future
  • Founded: 1905
  • Number of employees: 32,000
  • Company presence in around 40 countries worldwide
  • President and CEO: Eivind Kallevik

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