Production Systems Analyst

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Paid annual leave

Growth opportunities

Data-driven decision making

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl seeks a meticulous Production Systems Analyst to join our client's team, focusing on evaluating and improving production processes through data analysis and system optimization.

You will develop dashboards, conduct root cause analyses, collaborate with production and engineering teams, and document workflows to drive throughput and reduce costs. This role offers growth in a data-driven manufacturing environment in the Western Cape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Statistics or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in production analysis, process engineering or operations research.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with data visualization and SQL experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production data to identify trends and inefficiencies.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and KPI reports.
• Conduct root cause analyses for deviations and quality issues.
• Collaborate with production and engineering to implement solutions.
• Document workflows and system changes.
• Support planning and execution of process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data visualization

SQL

Statistical software

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Statistics, or related field

Tools

Tableau

R/Python

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous Production Systems Analyst to join their team in Paarl . This role is crucial for evaluating and improving the efficiency and effectiveness of production processes through data analysis and system optimization. You will be responsible for identifying trends, recommending solutions, and supporting the implementation of changes to enhance throughput and reduce costs. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical thinker to make a tangible impact on manufacturing operations in the heart of the Western Cape's industrial region, specifically in Paarl , by applying sound engineering principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports on key production metrics and KPIs.
• Conduct root cause analyses for production deviations and quality issues.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to develop and implement solutions.
• Document process workflows and system changes.
• Assist in the planning and execution of process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering , Statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a production analysis , process engineering, or operations research role.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in statistical software and data visualization tools.
• Experience with database management and query languages (e.g., SQL).
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and principles.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual increases based on performance.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Paid annual leave and sick leave.
• Opportunities for growth within the operations department in Paarl .
• A supportive team environment focused on data-driven decision-making.