Data Analyst

Job Details: Job Location: Great Lakes Division Plant 1 - Sparta, MI, Position Type: Full-Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: 1st Shift, Cascade Die Casting Group Job Description JOB TITLE: Data Analyst CLASSIFICATION: Exempt DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Group Services/Information Technology DATE DEVELOPED: 12/2023 REPORTS TO: Director of Information Technology POSITION SCOPE The Data Analyst is responsible for the daily collection, analysis, and organization of relevant data pertaining to the day-to-day activities within the organization. This position plays a critical part in supporting operational efficiency and informed decision-making by ensuring accurate and up to date information is readily available. ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain the visibility of all data to keep management informed of changes for areas of improvement. Utilize various tools and methods to collect operational data. Record and document data accurately, ensuring completeness and reliability. Conduct regular checks on the accuracy and integrity of collected data. Establish and maintain data collection protocols to ensure consistency. Perform basic analysis on collected data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies. Collaborate with management and other key team members to understand the significance of the data. Collaborate with relevant teams to resolve discrepancies or errors promptly. Implement data validation procedures to ensure the reliability of information. Generate regular and ad-hoc reports to communicate operational insights. Assist in the development of dashboards or visualization tools for data representation. Collaborate and communicate effectively with various departments to understand data requirements and gather relevant information. Proactively identify opportunities to enhance data collection processes and recommend improvements to streamline operations and optimize data collection. Track and report out on die cast downtime and scrap to the Operations team. Close all work orders for maintenance and tool room. Assist process technicians with maintenance and updating of process books. Complies with all company employment policies, procedures/processes, and programs. Performs duties in compliance quality, safety, and manufacturing requirements. Build positive relationships and work cooperatively with associates in a team environment. Models and exemplifies Companies Core Values. Works required schedule based on business demands. Use Weekly Uptime and Scrap Data provided by Corporate Team to build auto and manual filtered reports in Microsoft Power BI to support process improvements. Other duties as assigned from time-to-time. Qualifications: JOB SPECIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential and additional duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability also required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential and additional functions. CERTIFICATION, EDUCATION, and WORK EXPERIENCE: Knowledge of basic math, reading, and writing. Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or 5+ years of relevant work experience. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in data collection tools and software. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft Power BI. Basic computer skills. CORE COMPETENCIES: Adaptability: ability to adjust to new circumstances, or change; is flexible; handles constructive feed-back, effectively. Communications: communicates both verbally and in writing effectively; listens; documents effectively. Dependability: ability to work independently and accepts accountability; stays focused; meets work demands; sets personal standards and meets commitments; is reliable, and trustworthy. Quality of Work: ability to focus on details and accuracy; looks for improvement in processes or procedures; owns/acts own quality issues; exhibits sound and accurate judgement and makes timely decisions. Strives for Results: manages work load; seeks additional responsibilities and generates innovative, cost-saving revenue generating ideas; manages priorities and time; plans and is organized; demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment to goals; is a good steward of company resources. Team Orientation/Ability to Work with Others: collaborates; cooperates; provides excellent customer service: both internal and external; teamwork. PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Please note: Continuously (80%-100%), Frequently (21%-79%), Occasionally (up to 20%) Possess good physical stamina and coordination. Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to continuously and repetitively: Sit at a computer for prolonged periods of time. Visual capabilities include close vision (clear at 20 inches or less), distance vision (clear at 20 feet or less), and color vision to identify and distinguish colors. Use of fine motor skills that involve precise finger movements such as picking, pinching, typing, or similar activities. Promptly detect and respond to visual and auditory safety instructions, alarms, and signals. Frequently and repetitively: Effective communication skills, with the capability to interact and exchange information with others. Occasionally Walk or stand for prolonged periods of time. Proficient manual dexterity, including the ability to handle, feel, grasp, and manipulate objects using the hands. Lift or carry materials weight up to 25 pounds and periodically care or lift materials weighing up to 50lbs. Maintain balance and stability while performing job duties, including the ability to bend, push, pull, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach. Wear personal protective equipment on plant floor, for example: safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and steel-toed safety shoes while on the manufacturing floor. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the Associate to successfully perform the essential and additional duties and responsibilities of this position. DISCLAIMER: The requirements listed above represent the essential knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Additional or different requirements may exist in this role. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned