Data BI Analyst Co-Op

Gorbel’s mission is simple: We improve people’s lives.

That mission guides everything we do, from the products and service we provide to our outside customers to the work environment we foster for our employees. We are a manufacturer of material handling and fall protection products for the production and warehouse/distribution sectors. We’re on the cutting edge of manufacturing and distribution; a thriving, growing company that is constantly seeking out new ways to innovate and elevate our products and our processes – and we’re looking for people like you to join us in that mission.

We’re currently hiring for open positions in the US and Canada. We operate in Canada as Engineered Lifting Systems and Equipment (ELS)/DBA Gorbel® Canada, and subsequent communication related to Canadian positions may show the ELS name. You may be contacted by phone by recruitment personnel based in either Canada or New York.

Work Shift

Job Description:

You will work closely with experienced team members to learn how data drives business decisions. From building simple dashboards to exploring cloud-based data solutions, this position offers hands-on exposure to BI tools, data modeling, and integration processes. It’s an excellent opportunity to develop technical skills, gain practical experience, and grow into a data-focused career path.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and updating basic business intelligence reports using tools like Power BI and Excel under guidance.
• Support the team in collecting and organizing data from various sources; learn to use SQL and Python for simple queries or scripts.
• Help document business requirements and contribute to building basic data models with supervision.
• Work with ERP systems, CRM tools, and business software to convert manual Excel reports into streamlined BI reports.
• Learn to develop simple dashboards and reports in Power BI and explore self-service data modeling concepts.
• Gain exposure to data integration processes and assist with routine tasks related to data quality and governance.
• Shadow team members to understand Microsoft Azure services (ADF, ADLS, Databricks) and participate in basic tasks.
• Assist in publishing and scheduling reports as per business needs.
• Perform basic data validation checks and help troubleshoot minor issues.
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis and prepare simple reports to identify trends under guidance.
• Stay curious about emerging technologies in data analytics and AI; participate in team discussions.
• Provide end-user support for BI tools by answering basic questions and helping interpret data insights.
  
  

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau, with a willingness to learn and apply data visualization techniques.
• Introductory knowledge of SQL and relational database systems (RDBMS); coursework or projects involving SQL preferred.
• Exposure to programming languages such as Python or R through coursework or projects.
• Awareness of Web APIs and their role in data integration.
• Familiarity with data concepts such as data warehousing and ETL processes; exposure to tools like SSIS, Azure Data Factory, or similar is a plus.
• Basic understanding of development tools like Azure DevOps or similar platforms.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage tasks effectively under guidance.
• Strong communication skills to articulate ideas and learn from feedback.
  
  

Work Environment

ADA Physical/Mental/Workplace Requirements

• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Sitting, working at desk/personal computer for extended periods of time
• Primary work environment is professional corporate
  
  

Gorbel® is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Gorbel® is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform their job related duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at 585-924-6204.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Gorbel, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $23-$25/hour.