Operations Analyst

Position Overview:

You will support manufacturing operations by developing, maintaining, and enhancing software applications, databases, dashboards, and reporting tools that enable data-driven decision-making. In this role, you will work closely with users to understand business requirements, connect production equipment and systems to networked data environments, and create solutions that collect, analyze, and present operational information. You will leverage programming, database, and visualization tools to improve access to manufacturing and business data across the organization. You will also help ensure reporting solutions are scalable, reliable, and aligned with operational needs. This is a compelling opportunity to apply software development and data analysis expertise in a manufacturing environment where your work directly supports operational performance and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Connect production equipment to network infrastructure to support data collection and reporting initiatives.

• Develop and maintain custom software applications using technologies such as C#, XAML, SQL, ASP.NET, and VBA.

• Design, develop, and maintain databases and data integration solutions that capture information from PLCs, custom software applications, and other operational systems.

• Create programs and queries that retrieve, transform, and analyze data from AS400, SQL, Access, and other database platforms.

• Develop dashboards, reports, and user interfaces that present operational data and support decision-making.

• Partner with users and stakeholders to gather requirements and define information, reporting, and analytical needs.

• Build scalable and flexible reporting solutions that support data analysis, visualization, and ongoing business requirements.

• Troubleshoot software, database, and reporting issues and implement effective solutions.

• Support data analysis activities utilizing statistical process control concepts and manufacturing performance data.

• Maintain a neat, clean, and orderly work area.

Desired Competencies:

• Communication: You clearly convey information, ideas, and expectations to diverse audiences, adjusting your message to ensure understanding and alignment.

• Problem Solving: You identify issues, assess root causes, and implement practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and risk.

• Technical / Functional Expertise: You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience completing software development, data analysis, or data visualization projects.

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong programming skills in C#, Visual Basic (VB), SQL, and related software development technologies.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Visual Studio, and Windows-based development environments.

• Experience developing dashboards, reports, and data visualization solutions; familiarity with Power BI preferred.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, conditional formatting, charting, ODBC queries, and macros.

• Knowledge of database technologies and experience working with SQL, Access, AS400, or similar data platforms.

• Understanding and application of Statistical Process Control (SPC).

• Strong organizational, project management, verbal communication, and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles preferred.

• Understanding of and commitment to data science ethics.

• This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

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