Data Analyst I: Build Dashboards & Data Insights

Thorlabs; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

PTO and tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Thorlabs is seeking a Data Analyst to support the MBU data team in collecting, organizing, and analyzing multiple datasets across manufacturing, engineering, marketing, sales, pricing, and ERP. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making and collaboration with cross-functional teams, with duties expanding to governance and improvement initiatives.

The position is based in Newton, NJ, with periodic travel to other Thorlabs locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Entry level to 1 year experience with data visualization best practices and the ability to create visually compelling reports, dashboards, and visualizations for non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with data validation, data quality assurance, and data cleansing to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, CS or related field is required.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and analyze large datasets from various sources to identify patterns and trends using SQL, Python, or Power BI.
• Develop and implement data models, algorithms, and statistical techniques to generate reports and dashboards for decision-making.
• Conduct data validation and quality assurance checks to ensure data integrity.
• Interpret data findings and provide actionable recommendations to stakeholders, including business leaders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data-driven strategies with business objectives.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in data analysis and apply them to improve decisions.
• Participate in data governance, including documentation, lineage, and data security to ensure compliance.
• Lead improvement initiatives where needed and track success of key initiatives (Kaizens, Product Line Reviews).
• Support area performance capture and presentation for managers and supervisors.
• Compile and present information verbally, visually and in writing; occasionally lead operational training initiatives.

Skills

Data visualization

Data analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Computer Science or related fields

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Thorlabs is seeking a Data Analyst to support the MBU data team in collecting, organizing, and analyzing multiple datasets across manufacturing, engineering, marketing, sales, pricing, and ERP. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making and collaboration with cross-functional teams, with duties expanding to governance and improvement initiatives.

The position is based in Newton, NJ, with periodic travel to other Thorlabs locations as needed.