Manufacturing Data Engineer

Ferrara; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 99,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks a Manufacturing Data Engineer to enhance data infrastructure and support decision-making processes. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize data delivery and implement technological solutions, driving efficiency and improving business performance.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Annual bonus based on performance

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in data mining and reporting.
• Proficiency in data visualization platforms.
• Knowledge of Python, R, VBA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement internal process improvements.
• Support data infrastructure needs for manufacturing.
• Collaborate with IT teams on data-related issues.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Data Analysis

Process Optimization

Relationship Building

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

SAP ECC

Job description

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Work Location: Chicago

Work Location: Chicago

Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives.

Want to make an impact?

The Manufacturing Data Engineer will build data infrastructure and dashboards to empower data-driven decisions. By working with data, the data engineer can consistently provide valuable insights on how Ferrara can improve its competitive advantage through initiatives in manufacturing, cost, quality, efficiency, service, and automation. The data engineer will be responsible for analytical and process support of our manufacturing facilities.

Ways you will make a difference

• Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements, automating manual processes, and optimizing data delivery and visualization
• Work with manufacturing stakeholders and IT teams to assist with data related issues and support their data infrastructure needs/requirements
• Build analytic tools from multiple sources to provide actionable insights into key business performance metrics and find opportunities to grow or improve
• Use project management skills to keep projects on time and within given constraints (resources, cost, etc)
• Use data to identify process gaps and inefficiencies within the current environment. Lead projects to improve/ standardize processes and strengthen controls
• Collaborate with the plant and IT teams to enhance the way our business utilizes technology, to increase user adoption of technology, and to drive efficiency. Validate new solutions, provide on-site support, and help train users during implementations of new technologies or capabilities
• Support new initiatives such as new technology and automation from a data standpoint. Identify ways to extract important information on these new technologies and automations.
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Skills that will make you successful

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Talents to plan and manage different priorities
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams across all levels of the organization
• Skills to influence without authority
• Building effective relationships among all levels of the organization
• Being a change management agent
• Tolerance for ambiguity
  
  

Experiences that will support your success

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, or technical/business field
• 4+ years’ experience
• Demonstrated experience analyzing, data mining, and reporting on large and complex datasets
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated knowledge of a data visualization platform (such as Tableau or Power BI)
• Demonstrated Knowledge of SQL required
• Knowledge of additional languages such as Python, R, VBA, etc, are a plus
• Experience in Statistical and Operations Research-based problem solving is a plus
• Working knowledge of SAP ECC and/or SAP APO is a plus
• Willingness and ability to travel to our manufacturing sites, largely located in the Chicago area but may include occasional travel to other locations within the United States and International locations
  
  

What We Offer

At Ferrara, we're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits at https://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $99,600 to $139,440 annually.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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