What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Analyst position at Ellaway Blues Consulting?
Our client is a U.S. Industrial Manufacturing company operating on a global basis. Fantastic opportunities exist for Data Analysts to join their manufacturing team based at their facility in Fort Worth, Texas. This position will offer a competitive financial package and benefits, stability and progression opportunities.
Interested candidates should be local to the DFW area and eligible to work in the US without the need for visa sponsorship.
Position Description:
The ideal candidate will be responsible for collecting, processing, and analyzing data to help improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and support data-driven decision-making across the plant. This role requires a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, data visualization, and statistical analysis.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Collect and analyze production data from various sources (e.g., ERP systems, sensors, quality control systems).
- Develop dashboards and reports to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as yield, downtime, throughput, and scrap rates.
- Identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for process improvement.
- Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams to implement data-driven solutions.
- Automate data collection and reporting processes where possible.
- Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in data analysis, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, or R.
- Experience with data visualization platforms (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Familiarity with manufacturing systems (e.g., MES, SCADA, ERP) is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.