Data Analyst - Graduate

Joseph Ash Group; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Chesterfield is seeking a Graduate Data Analyst to support data analysis and operations. This role offers recent graduates the chance to develop their analytics skills in a galvanizing environment. Candidates should have a relevant degree and proficiency in Excel, with opportunities for training and mentorship in data-driven insights. The role includes a competitive salary and additional perks.

Benefits

Salary £30,000 - £32,000pa

Up to 9% annual bonus

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Access to a Smart Spending and Saving App

Share Save Scheme

Training and professional growth opportunities

Exposure to varied projects

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a relevant degree.
• Ability to translate data into clear, understandable insights.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support operations team by analyzing and interpreting production data.
• Build and maintain data collection systems.
• Run basic analyses to support production KPIs.
• Create visual tools for production meetings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, Computer Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

Tools

SQL

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Job Title: Graduate Data Analyst – Joseph Ash Galvanizing

The Graduate Data Analyst will support the operations team by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting production data. This role is ideal for recent graduates who want to build their analytics skills while learning how data-driven insights improve efficiency, quality, and productivity in a galvanizing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Setting up data collection systems including identifying useful data and determining methods for collection.
• Assist in collecting and cleaning data from production systems.
• Run basic analyses to support production KPIs such as zinc pick up, dips per hour, downtime and throughput.
• Build simple dashboards and reports.
• Help identify trends and support root-cause investigations for process issues.

Process & Operations Support

• Work with operations and quality team to understand data needs and define metrics.
• Provide data for continuous improvement projects (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Support creation of visual tools (charts, dashboards, data summaries) for daily production meetings.

Data Systems & Tools

• Learn and use SQL, Excel, and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau) to support analytics tasks.
• Assist with maintaining data pipelines and ensuring data accuracy.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, Computer Science, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel; basic knowledge of SQL.
• Ability to translate data into clear, understandable insights.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Skills

• Basic understanding of galvanizing processes or industrial environments.
• Familiarity with OEE, lean manufacturing principles, or quality metrics.
• Experience with dashboards or data visualization tools.

What We Offer

• Salary £30,000 - £32,000pa
• Up to 9% annual bonus
• 25 days holiday plus annual bank holidays
• Reward Gateway - Smart Spending and Saving App
• Share Save Scheme
• Opportunities for training and professional growth
• Exposure to varied projects and operational processes
• A supportive work environment with access to experienced mentors and industry leaders