Operations Analyst

Copperweld; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401k matching

Paid time off and holidays

Education assistance

Great Place to Work Certified

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Copperweld is seeking a driven Operations Analyst to deliver financial reporting, analysis, and business insights for Copperweld Group and Corporate Planning. Working with the Sr.

Operations Analyst and plant leadership, you will analyze financial and operational performance and support budgeting and forecasting. In a fast-paced manufacturing environment you will develop performance reporting, identify cost opportunities, and standardize reporting across sites while ensuring the integrity of the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of overall experience; manufacturing cost accounting is a plus.
• Experience with Power BI or similar BI tools.
• ERP experience with Plex preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and written communications skills.
• Excellent analytical and business modeling abilities.
• Proficient in Excel and MS Office suite.
• Strong planning and analysis for operating budgets.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-, quarter-, and year-end close analysis with financial results for leadership.
• Report and analyze monthly plant KPIs, including scrap, inventory, and freight.
• Analyze inventory, cost accounting, and variances to identify trends and opportunities.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting by analyzing operating results and trends.
• Support site-level forecasting and annual budget development.
• Standardize operational reporting and financial processes across sites.
• Ensure integrity of the manufacturing general ledger and report P&L variances.
• Provide financial training to plant leadership and support continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Financial acumen

Data management

Communication skills

Excel modeling

Planning & analysis

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

Tools

Plex

Power BI

Job description

Join a high-performing team that is going for a home run!

Copperweld is looking for a driven, dedicated Operations Analyst to deliver financial reporting, analysis, and business insights for Copperweld Group and Corporate Planning functions. Working closely with the Sr. Operations Analyst and plant leadership, this role analyzes financial and operational performance, contributes to budgeting and forecasting efforts, develops performance reporting, and identifies opportunities to improve manufacturing finance processes across the organization.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys analyzing data, uncovering trends, and partnering with cross‑functional teams to improve financial and operational performance in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

WHAT We Need You To Do.

• Prepare month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close analysis, providing financial and statistical results to plant and senior leadership
• Report and analyze monthly plant KPIs, including scrap, inventory, and freight, identifying trends and opportunities
• Analyze inventory, cost accounting, and manufacturing variances to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Assist in the manufacturing budgeting and forecasting process by analyzing operating results, variances, and performance trends
• Support the site‑level forecasting process and annual budget development
• Support the standardization of operational reporting and financial processes across manufacturing sites
• Help ensure integrity of the manufacturing general ledger and prepare conclusions on P&L, manufacturing variances, labor analysis, and relevant capital expenditures for senior leadership monthly
• Promote a visible, responsible financial culture by supporting plant leadership with financial training
• Perform other duties as assigned.

WHAT You Need To Possess.

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting, or equivalent experience, with 2-4 years of overall experience; manufacturing cost accounting experience is a plus but not required
• Working knowledge of Plex is preferred but open to other major ERP system experience
• Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence tools preferred
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills
• Strong financial acumen, analytical, problem‑solving, data management, and communication skills
• Excellent analytical and business modeling skills
• Solid planning and analysis skills for annual operating planning process, forecasts, analyses, etc.
• Highly skilled in utilizing Excel for analysis and building decision models, proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

WHY Copperweld?

• STRONG Business Outlook
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• PAID Time off & 10 Holidays
• 401k matching
• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Education Assistance
• Great Place to Work Certified

Copperweld is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Successful candidates will be required to successfully pass drug screening and background checks.