Operations Analyst

LifeWork Search; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and 401(k)

PTO

Hybrid on-site 50%

Job summary

LifeWork Search is seeking an Operations Analyst – Manufacturing in Milwaukee, WI. This hybrid role partners with operations leadership to transform data into actionable insights that improve productivity, quality, delivery, and profitability across manufacturing, planning, and fulfillment.

You will build and maintain dashboards, analyze throughput and capacity, and support S&OP initiatives while communicating findings to stakeholders at all levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the listed fields.
• 3–7 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, operations analysis, industrial engineering, or business analytics.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment required; high-mix, low-volume experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing, supply chain, inventory, planning, and customer service performance data.
• Develop dashboards, scorecards, and KPI reporting.
• Monitor trends and root causes of performance gaps.
• Support operational reviews with data-driven recommendations.
• Conduct ad hoc analyses for leadership decisions.
• Support S&OP and capacity planning activities.
• Monitor supplier performance and material flow metrics.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Power BI

SQL

Data visualization

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Operations Management

Supply Chain Management

Industrial Engineering

Business Analytics

Manufacturing Engineering

Finance

Related field

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

SAP

Oracle NetSuite

Infor LN

Microsoft Power BI

Tableau

SQL tooling

Job description

Operations Analyst – Manufacturing

Location: Milwaukee, WI (Hybrid)

Job ID: 1516

Our client is an established U.S. manufacturer with decades of success, combining a strong manufacturing foundation with continued investment in technology, innovation, and operational growth. The company offers the stability of an established business with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact as it continues to modernize, scale, and expand its capabilities.

What You Will Do:

The Operations Analyst is responsible for analyzing, monitoring, and improving operational performance across manufacturing, supply chain, planning, and customer fulfillment functions. This role serves as a key business partner to operations leadership by transforming data into actionable insights, identifying process improvement opportunities, and supporting strategic initiatives that drive productivity, quality, delivery performance, and profitability.

This role combines strong analytical capabilities with a practical understanding of manufacturing operations and can effectively communicate findings to stakeholders across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Performance Analysis

• Analyze manufacturing, supply chain, inventory, planning, and customer service performance data
• Develop and maintain operational dashboards, scorecards, and KPI reporting
• Monitor trends and identify root causes of performance gaps
• Support operational reviews by providing data-driven recommendations
• Conduct ad hoc analysis to support leadership decision-making

Manufacturing & Supply Chain Support

• Analyze production throughput, labor utilization, capacity, and schedule attainment
• Evaluate inventory performance, material availability, and inventory turns
• Identify bottlenecks and constraints impacting production flow
• Support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and capacity planning activities
• Monitor supplier performance and material flow metrics

Data Management & Reporting

• Extract, validate, and analyze data from ERP, MES, WMS, CRM, and other business systems
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across reporting platforms
• Build automated reporting solutions and business intelligence tools
• Create executive-level presentations and business cases

Project Support

• Support strategic initiatives including automation, digital transformation, ERP enhancements, and operational improvement projects
• Track project performance against objectives, timelines, and expected benefits
• Assist with implementation planning and post-implementation measurement

Background Required:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in:
  • Operations Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Business Analytics
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Finance
  • Related field

Experience

• 3–7 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, operations analysis, industrial engineering, or business analytics
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment requiredExperience in a high-mix, low-volume environment preferred

Technical Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with ERP systems such as:
  • Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
  • SAP
  • Oracle NetSuite
  • Infor LN
• Experience with business intelligence tools such as:
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Tableau
• Knowledge of SQL and database reporting tools preferred
• Strong data visualization and reporting skill.

Core Competencies

• Analytical problem solving
• Business process analysis
• Root cause analysis
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Financial and operational acumen
• Attention to detail
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Communication and presentation skills
• Ability to translate data into actionable business insights

Miscellaneous:

• Compensation: $110-130K
• Full benefit package including medical, dental and 401(k), PTO
• Hybrid on Site 50%