Operations Analyst

The Sedona Group; Lena (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

CareerPros, LLC in Lena, IL is seeking an Operations Analyst to help manage production data and drive efficiency. You will collect and verify data in SAP and other databases, produce KPI reports, and collaborate with Production, Packaging, and Accounting to support plant leadership.

The role requires a detail-oriented communicator with strong Excel skills, ERP experience, and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-4 years of administrative, data entry, or related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Previous SAP or other ERP system experience.
• Previous manufacturing or food production experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Ability to identify process improvements, investigate discrepancies, and challenge existing practices.

Responsibilities

• Collect, enter, verify, and maintain accurate production data in SAP and other company databases.
• Analyze daily production results, identify discrepancies, trends, and performance gaps, and provide recommendations to plant leadership.
• Verify production and packaging records, product counts, inventory, disposals, and associated pounds and costs.
• Maintain production trackers, databases, and inventory records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly KPI reports and other operational reports as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve, streamline, and automate data collection and reporting processes.
• Organize and maintain production records, documentation, and files.
• Support Accounting with production-related information and reporting.
• Verify employee information and entries in ADP, coordinate schedule adjustments based on supervisor recommendations, and prepare necessary documentation.
• Assist with audits, inspections, special projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all company safety, food safety, and quality policies and communicate concerns to the appropriate departments.
• Collaborate with Production, Packaging, Accounting, and plant leadership to support operational efficiency.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

Operations Analyst

Location: Lena, IL
Pay Range: $20.00–$24.00 per hour

Responsibilities:

• Collect, enter, verify, and maintain accurate production data in SAP and other company databases, including Packaging, Crème de Brie, Goat Cheese, and Production.
• Analyze daily production results, identify discrepancies, trends, and performance gaps, and provide recommendations to plant leadership.
• Verify production and packaging records, product counts, inventory, disposals, and associated pounds and costs.
• Maintain production trackers, databases, and inventory records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly KPI reports and other operational reports as needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve, streamline, and automate data collection and reporting processes.
• Organize and maintain production records, documentation, and files.
• Support Accounting with production-related information and reporting.
• Verify employee information and entries in ADP, coordinate schedule adjustments based on supervisor recommendations, and prepare necessary documentation.
• Assist with audits, inspections, special projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow all company safety, food safety, and quality policies and communicate concerns to the appropriate departments.
• Collaborate with Production, Packaging, Accounting, and plant leadership to support operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-4 years of administrative, data entry, or related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Previous SAP or other ERP system experience
• Previous manufacturing or food production experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Ability to identify process improvements, investigate discrepancies, and challenge existing practices.

Sedona Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.