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I need a comprehensive Manufacturing Execution System (MES) tailored to my production needs. The system should include: - Production Scheduling: Optimize and manage production timelines. - Quality Control: Ensure product quality meets standards. - Inventory Management: Track and manage materials and products. - Maintenance: Schedule and track equipment maintenance. - OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness): Monitor and improve equipment efficiency. - Traceability: Track product journey through production. - KPI (Key Performance Indicators): Measure and display performance metrics. - Shopfloor Management: Oversee and manage shop floor activities. Ideal candidates should have experience in developing MES solutions, strong understanding of manufacturing processes, and skills in software development and systems integration.
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Hi — Elias here from Miami. I understand this is a full MES platform, so the real challenge is not building separate modules—it’s making scheduling, inventory, quality, maintenance, OEE, traceability, and shop-floor activity work from the same production data. What usually matters most here is defining the production model correctly: work orders, machines, operators, BOM/material consumption, routing steps, downtime, quality checks, and lot/serial traceability. If that foundation is weak, KPI and OEE reporting become unreliable. I’d structure the system as a modular web-based platform with role-based dashboards, real-time production status, configurable workflows, audit history, and integration-ready APIs for ERP, PLC/SCADA, barcode/RFID, or other plant systems. The architecture would also support future expansion across multiple lines or facilities. I’ve worked on workflow-heavy platforms involving scheduling, inventory, operational dashboards, reporting, permissions, and system integrations. A few questions to better understand the scope: Q1 – What type of manufacturing process do you run: discrete, batch/process, or mixed? Q2 – Do you already use an ERP or machines/PLCs that the MES must integrate with? Q3 – Is this for one factory initially or multiple production sites? Looking forward to hearing from you.
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Hello, I am Dr. Rajesh Rolen, PhD in Computer Science & Engineering, with experience of over 20+ years in API Development, Software Development As a preferred freelancer in the top 1%, I have done 400+ projects here on freelancer.com, I have 4.9 ratings out of 5 on average, which showcases my quality of work and timely delivery. Key Highlights: - Free Hosting Support on the Cloud or any desired platform. - Free 3 months of post-delivery support to ensure that our client doesn’t face any challenges after the launch of the project. - Free Dedicated tester on projects to ensure quality delivery, so clients don’t need to act as a tester. - 10+ Years experience UI/UX team to ensure intuitive UI. Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/Microlent Please open the chat and send me a message, so we can have a more detailed discussion about the project to give you the project timeline and cost. Thank you for considering my services. I look forward to engaging in a productive conversation and understanding how I can be of assistance in bringing your project to life. Regards Rajesh Rolen
$1,500 USD in 60 days
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Hello!, I am a Florida-based senior software engineer and this MES project is exactly the kind of build where detail matters. A manufacturing execution system only works if it matches your real floor process, not a generic template. I focus on turning messy production workflows into a clean, reliable system for tracking jobs, inventory, work orders, operator actions, quality checkpoints, and live reporting. My approach would be: 1. Map your production flow and pain points 2. Define the MES modules and data model 3. Build the core platform with API-driven integrations 4. Add role-based dashboards, automation, and audit trails 5. Test with real workflows, then harden for launch That way you get a system that is practical, scalable, and easy for your team to actually use day to day. I’ve built production-grade platforms with database design, API integrations, automation, and cloud deployment, so I know how to keep this stable and maintainable, not just “working.” A few quick questions: 1. What are the exact MES modules you need first, like scheduling, inventory, quality, or traceability? 2. Do you already have ERP, barcode, PLC, or sensor systems that need integration? 3. Is this meant for one plant first, or multi-site from day one? If you want, I can help you scope the first release properly so you avoid costly rework later. -James
$2,600 USD in 10 days
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Hi, When you say traceability, do you need real-time tracking at each production step, or is batch-level visibility enough for your process? That'll shape how we build the data flow. We've shipped inventory and operations systems before — your MES is right in that wheelhouse. The budget and timeline here are just placeholders; once we nail down scope I'll give you actual numbers. Regards, Nurul Hasan
$2,100 USD in 30 days
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Hello, MES Development Expert {{{ I HAVE DEVELOPED SIMILAR MANUFACTURING, PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT & INDUSTRIAL MONITORING SYSTEMS BEFORE AND I CAN SHOW YOU }}} >>>> Multi languages (English and Arabic)Left-To-Right (LTR) and Right-To-Left (RTL) <<<< I have carefully reviewed your requirements and can develop a comprehensive, scalable MES platform covering production scheduling, quality, inventory, maintenance, OEE, traceability, KPIs and shopfloor management. I have 11+ years of experience in web, backend and full-stack development, including business automation, database-driven systems, dashboards and complex workflow platforms. I can build the MES with a modular architecture so each manufacturing function can operate independently while sharing real-time production and inventory data. The system can include production planning and scheduling, work orders, material consumption, quality inspections, equipment maintenance, downtime tracking, OEE calculations, batch/lot traceability, KPI dashboards and real-time shopfloor monitoring. I can also design role-based access for administrators, production managers, quality teams, maintenance teams, warehouse staff and shopfloor operators, with complete activity and audit tracking. We'll provide you high-quality design and development with unlimited changes in design. I WILL PROVIDE 2 YEARS OF FREE ONGOING SUPPORT AND COMPLETE SOURCE CODE. Thanks, Christina
$1,500 USD in 25 days
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Hi, I reviewed your request for a comprehensive Custom MES that covers scheduling, quality control, inventory tracking, maintenance, OEE, traceability, KPIs, and shopfloor management. I’ll design and build the MES with cloud computing foundations for scalability, and database management for reliable production records, inventory movements, and equipment histories. I’ll structure APIs for shopfloor and integration points, ensuring traceability from work orders through quality checks and maintenance events. You’ll get clean, maintainable software with clear reporting and responsive updates for performance visibility. Let’s discuss here now.
$1,500 USD in 30 days
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Hi I can help design and develop a complete MES platform tailored to your production workflows, with a strong focus on real-time visibility, traceability, and operational efficiency. I have experience with full-stack software development, database architecture, APIs, automation, cloud systems, dashboards, and workflow-driven business applications. I can build modules for production scheduling, quality control, inventory, preventive maintenance, OEE, traceability, KPIs, and shopfloor management within one integrated system. My approach would begin with mapping your actual manufacturing process, machines, materials, users, and reporting needs, then designing a modular architecture so each MES function can evolve without rebuilding the platform. I would also focus on clear operator interfaces, role-based access, reliable data capture, integrations with existing ERP/PLC/IoT systems where required, and dashboards for supervisors and management. Best, Justin
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Hello There! I’m Md Toriqul Islam, an experienced full-stack developer with 10+ years of experience in custom web applications, production systems, dashboards, database architecture, API integrations, and business process automation. I can start immediately. I have some questions: 1) What type of manufacturing process and production workflow should the MES support, and how many production lines/machines will be involved initially? 2) Do you already have ERP, PLC/SCADA, machine, barcode/RFID, or other systems that the MES needs to integrate with? 3) Do you have a preferred technology stack, hosting environment, or reporting/dashboard format for OEE, KPIs, quality, inventory, and traceability? I understand you need a comprehensive MES covering production scheduling, quality control, inventory, maintenance, OEE, traceability, KPIs, and real-time shopfloor management. I have strong experience in custom dashboards, workflow automation, database-driven systems, REST APIs, reporting, and scalable web applications, allowing me to build a reliable MES tailored to your production processes. I’ll focus on a modular, scalable architecture so additional machines, production lines, integrations, and manufacturing features can be added easily as your operation grows. I’m ready to discuss your production workflow and start immediately. Looking forward to hearing from you. Best regards, Md Toriqul Islam
$1,500 USD in 7 days
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Hi, You're aiming for a MES that truly fits your production workflow, not a pile of loosely connected modules. The real challenge is making scheduling, quality, inventory, and traceability work together from day one. I've worked on MES-like projects and production systems that connect planning, quality, and shopfloor data. I'll start by validating the current flows, mapping data touchpoints, and isolating unstable parts. Then I'll prototype a shared data model and implement pilot dashboards to validate against real usage patterns. The biggest risk is stitching together data from diverse sources and keeping it clean across the value stream. What is the acceptable downtime for migration, and how should live data be handled during switch-over? Who will own the data/state for dashboards and how will operators interact with the new system? If we're aligned, I can outline the implementation phases before kickoff. Best regards, Brandon
$2,000 USD in 15 days
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Building a tailored MES for production scheduling, quality control, inventory, maintenance, OEE, traceability, KPIs, and shopfloor management. The implementation will connect shopfloor events to actionable dashboards: optimized schedules, real-time quality checks, material and WIP tracking, maintenance work orders tied to equipment performance, and OEE calculations derived from uptime/ideal cycle/produced quantities. Traceability will capture routing, batches, and inspection outcomes end-to-end, enabling fast root-cause analysis and audit-ready reporting. KPI definitions will be configurable so performance metrics can evolve with your process. Integration will focus on reliable data capture and consistent master data handling to ensure the MES stays accurate across shifts, lines, and equipment changes.
$1,500 USD in 6 days
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Hi there, Your MES requirements map exactly to the type of Manufacturing Execution System work I solve: scheduling, inventory, quality, maintenance, OEE, traceability, KPI dashboards, and shopfloor control. I have strong expertise in API Development and Software Development for this kind of system, and I can design the data flows, build the integrations, and automate production events so the platform fits your manufacturing process cleanly. I’ll structure the inventory management, production scheduling, and traceability layers first, then connect quality control, maintenance tracking, and KPI reporting into a reliable MES workflow. Best regards, Ian
$2,500 USD in 3 days
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As a seasoned developer with a specialization in creating tailor-made, efficient and reliable systems such as the one required for this project, I am confident that I have the skills and experience to deliver an exceptional Manufacturing Execution System (MES) for you. My broad understanding of manufacturing processes combined with my proficiency in software development and system integration has seen me successfully deliver projects of similar scope and scale. One area where I strive to excel is in the challenging task of transforming complex requirements into clear, scalable solutions designed for long-term success. My use of Cloud Infrastructure and mastery in Database Management ensures that your data is secured, effectively managed and readily accessible whenever you need it. In addition to these core competencies, I am also skilled in APIs and Integrations, which will be very crucial for the effective running of your diverse operations. Moreover, as mentioned earlier, I have a sound awareness of multiple industries and a proven ability to adapt my skills to a range of contexts. This has allowed me to develop UI/UX-focused digital products that not only meet my clients' immediate needs but endure time and industry advancements. By hiring me for this project, you can count on the combined advantage of my deep understanding of manufacturing processes and my passion for building technologies that empower businesses to thrive.
$1,500 USD in 5 days
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Hello, A full MES with all eight modules is a multi-year build, and launching it all at once is the main reason MES projects fail on the floor: operators reject a system that arrives big and disruptive. The ones that succeed start with one module that earns trust, then grow. For that first module I would choose traceability plus the shopfloor capture beneath it, because every other module depends on the same foundation: what was produced, on which machine, from which materials, when. Once that is captured reliably, OEE, KPIs, quality records and inventory movements are largely views on top of it. Build a scheduling optimizer first, before that data exists, and it optimizes against numbers nobody trusts. The decision that must be right from day one is how shopfloor data enters the system. If operators type it into forms, it arrives late and wrong, and every module above inherits that. So the real question is whether your machines can be read directly, PLCs, OPC-UA, existing SCADA, or whether capture is manual at first. That answer shapes the architecture and cost more than the module list does. OEE only means something if downtime reasons are captured as they happen, a short code the operator picks, not reconstructed later. Making that capture fast is what makes the metric real. One question: can your equipment be read electronically today, or is data collection manual for now? And which single pain point hurts most, since that is where I would start.
$2,000 USD in 10 days
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Good day, thanks for sharing your project details, Based on your requirements, I understand that you are looking to build a comprehensive Manufacturing Execution System (MES) that connects production planning with real-time shopfloor operations, covering scheduling, quality control, inventory, maintenance, OEE, traceability, KPI monitoring, and shopfloor management in one centralized platform. Here are few questions, can you please clarify? - Do you need barcode/QR code scanning for inventory and product traceability? - Should the system integrate directly with PLC, SCADA, ERP, or existing machine systems? - For quality control, do you need inspection checklists, defect tracking, approvals, and quality reports? - Should production scheduling support drag-and-drop planning, machine capacity, priorities, and shift management? We have hands-on experience developing MES and manufacturing management solutions, including production tracking, inventory, quality control, maintenance, OEE, traceability, and real-time KPI dashboards. I would love to schedule a meeting or have a detailed conversation about the project to clarify some concerns about the project, this way I can demonstrate my capabilities perfectly and suggest the best result possible. Regards, Royal Designs HN Budget and Duration are TBD>
$2,250 USD in 7 days
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Hi There! I specialize in custom MES development with 9+ years of experience, building scalable systems that connect production, quality, inventory and shopfloor operations. Here’s how I can help: 1. Build scheduling, QC, inventory, maintenance and traceability modules. 2. Add OEE, KPI dashboards and real-time shopfloor visibility. 3. Integrate databases, APIs and production workflows securely. Could you share your current production workflow and any existing systems requiring integration?
$2,250 USD in 7 days
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I am an experienced full stack developer skilled in manufacturing systems, production workflows, inventory management, process automation and dashboards I will do, . Build scheduling and shopfloor management covering work orders, production status, materials, operators, and machine activity. . Implement quality control, complete production traceability, inventory tracking and preventive corrective maintenance workflows. . Develop OEE calculations and KPI dashboards . Build API and database ready to integrate with your existing ERP, machines, PLC,IoT systems Do you currently have an ERP or machine,PLC data source that the MES needs to integrate with? I can share relevant manufacturing and process automation projects in chat... Regards, Shawana
$2,250 USD in 7 days
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Hi, I understand the goal is not simply to build several manufacturing dashboards, but to create one MES where production, quality, inventory, maintenance, traceability and equipment performance work from consistent shop-floor data. I have experience building operational software and data-driven business systems where workflow accuracy, traceability and maintainability are critical. I would structure the MES around the actual production flow first, defining work orders, machines, materials, operators, production events and quality records as the common foundation. From there I can implement scheduling, inventory movements, QC, maintenance, OEE/KPI calculations, traceability and management dashboards without creating disconnected modules. I would also keep the integration layer modular so PLC/machine data, ERP systems, barcode/QR scanning or other production sources can be connected as required without rebuilding the core application. I can deliver this in staged modules with testing against your real manufacturing workflow and provide the complete source code and deployment documentation.
$1,750 USD in 30 days
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With a project as multi-faceted as "Custom MES Development", it's critical to have someone who can seamlessly blend AI, software development, and process automation to build a complete solution. That's where I excel. My name is Ammar Ahmed Malik and I have over 6 years of experience developing systems that optimize operations and increase productivity. My skills in API Development will be invaluable in integrating the various components of your Manufacturing Execution System (MES) from production scheduling to OEE monitoring into one cohesive unit. Additionally, my experience in inventory management will ensure that your materials and products are efficiently tracked and managed. Building on my proficiency with Node.js, FastAPI, Django, Laravel, PHP, Python, REST APIs, GraphQL and databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, Firebase I can architect an MES that not only meets your requirements but anticipates future needs too. My track record is testament to this - from an AI voice receptionist for a medical provider to a kununu scraper pulling 367k profiles; I've consistently delivered work of highest caliber within specified timeframes. Choose me for this project and you choose a partner committed to owning each aspect of the task at hand: from architecture to deployment to documentation. That way we can ensure a production-first system that does exactly what it was designed for optimize manufacturing processes.
$1,500 USD in 8 days
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Most MES builds fail at traceability, not features. If genealogy isn't modelled from day one (lot to sub-lot to operator to machine), retrofitting it later means rewriting the schema. I'll build the MES on Laravel with a React operator UI, starting with the data model for work orders, routings and lot genealogy, then layering scheduling, OEE capture and quality gates on top. Shopfloor tablets will post events to a queue so downtime and KPIs stay accurate even when Wi-Fi drops. 1) Are you pulling machine signals from PLCs or OPC UA, or will operators log cycles manually on tablets? 2) How many work centres and concurrent operators should the first release cover, and do you have an existing ERP the MES must sync inventory with? Happy to talk details in chat. Shayan
$1,500 USD in 12 days
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Hello!! A custom MES platform can be built to manage production workflows, track operations in real time, centralize manufacturing data, and give your team a clear view of daily performance. * Which manufacturing processes should the first version cover? * How many users or production stations will use the system? * Do you already have machines or existing systems that need integration? The solution will include role-based access, production tracking, workflow management, dashboards, reporting, data history, and a scalable architecture that can integrate with machines or existing business systems when required. Relevant business management and custom workflow platforms have been developed before, turning complex operational processes into simple, reliable dashboards that teams can use every day. Let us discuss your current production workflow and define the first milestone. Best regards Farhin B
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