Manufacturing Analytics & Operations Excellence Lead

5195 EKC Advanced Electronics USA, LLC; Towanda (Bradford County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive pay and benefits package

Job summary

Qnity, a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics, seeks a Manufacturing Business Analyst to partner with site leadership to improve operational and financial performance through data analysis, forecasting, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role collaborates with Operations, Production, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality and Finance to develop performance metrics, support planning, identify improvement opportunities, and enable data‑driven

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Operations Management, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics, or a related field required.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, business analysis, production analytics, finance, supply chain, or a related analytical role.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and operational performance management.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, key performance indicators, and operational drivers.
• Technical Skills: Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis and financial modeling. Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or equivalent.
• Core Competencies: Business & Financial Acumen, Data Analysis & Reporting, Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, Project Management, Strategic Thinking, Communication & Collaboration, Continuous Improvement Mindset, Attention to Detail.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational and financial data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities. Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, scorecards, and KPI metrics.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and business planning processes. Perform variance analysis and financial modeling to support decision‑making.
• Monitor manufacturing costs, inventory, labor, and operational expenses and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize processes.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to support operational and strategic initiatives. Assist with project planning, performance tracking, and implementation of business improvements.
• Ensure accuracy and reliability of operational and financial reporting. Maintain documentation, reporting processes, and audit‑ready records.

Skills

Data analysis

Forecasting

Reporting

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

JD Edwards

Job description

Qnity, a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics, seeks a Manufacturing Business Analyst to partner with site leadership to improve operational and financial performance through data analysis, forecasting, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role collaborates with Operations, Production, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality and Finance to develop performance metrics, support planning, identify improvement opportunities, and enable data‑driven