Manufacturing Data Analyst

Ascentt; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking technology company is seeking a Manufacturing Data Analyst/Senior Data Analyst to lead a large-scale data transformation initiative at manufacturing plants. This role requires over 6 years of experience in data-focused positions and a strong background in data warehousing and governance. The ideal candidate will have consultative skills to identify impactful opportunities and translate data insights for stakeholders. This position is primarily on-site in Raleigh, North Carolina, with a preference for candidates willing to travel or relocate.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in data-focused roles.
• Strong foundation in data warehousing, data modeling, and data governance.
• Experience with manufacturing or industrial data is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work on-site at manufacturing plants to understand operations firsthand.
• Map and analyze plant operations and production data.
• Partner closely with business stakeholders and plant teams.

Skills

Data Warehousing

Data Modeling

Data Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Consultative Skills

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI

Tableau

Snowflake

Azure

AWS

Job description

Ascentt is building cutting-edge data analytics & AI/ML solutions for global automotive and manufacturing leaders. We turn enterprise data into real-time decisions using advanced machine learning and GenAI. Our team solves hard engineering problems at scale, with real-world industry impact. We’re hiring passionate builders to shape the future of industrial intelligence.

Role Overview

Are you someone who thrives at the intersection of data and real-world operations? We’re looking for a Manufacturing Data Analyst / Senior Data Analyst to drive a large-scale data transformation initiative across manufacturing plants—working directly on the ground where impact truly happens.

What You’ll Do

• Work on-site at manufacturing plants to understand operations firsthand
• Map and analyze plant operations, shop floor, and production data
• Conduct current-state assessments and build data glossaries
• Partner closely with business stakeholders, plant teams, and leadership
• Identify high-impact, quick-win opportunities (micro-transformations)
• Act as a trusted data consultant, not just a developer

What We’re Looking For

• 6+ years of experience in data-focused roles
• Strong foundation in:
  • Data Warehousing, Data Modeling, Data Structures
  • Data Mapping, Data Analysis
  • Data Governance, Data Architecture, Data Glossary
• Experience with manufacturing / plant / industrial data (highly preferred)
• Strong consultative skills: stakeholder management, process mapping, requirements gathering, data strategy
• Ability to translate complex data into simple business language

Tools & Technologies (Must Have)

SQL, Python, Power BI / Tableau, Snowflake, Azure / AWS, ETL, Data Pipelines

Industry Experience (Important)

Manufacturing, Automotive, Industrial, Supply Chain, Production, Heavy Industry

Nice-to-Have

Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, IIoT, Smart Factory, Industry 4.0

Location & Travel

• Highly on-site role
• Preferred: Kentucky, Indiana, North Carolina (Raleigh)
• Open to candidates willing to travel frequently or relocate

Why This Role?

This isn’t a typical data role.

You’ll be:

• Building trust with plant teams
• Driving real transformation from the ground up
• Acting as a bridge between data strategy and shop-floor execution