Remote Manufacturing Analytics Lead

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Life insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Manufacturing Process Analyst to join a globally distributed operations team from a home office in South Africa. You will analyze large manufacturing datasets, build dashboards, and partner with on-site teams to drive efficiency and reduce waste.

You will apply Lean/Six Sigma principles, develop KPI reports, and translate complex data into actionable insights for stakeholders. A strong data toolkit and remote communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing, process analysis, or data analysis, with a strong focus on industrial operations.
• Proven expertise in data analysis techniques and statistical modeling.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools such as SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), R, or similar.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles and operations (e.g., Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional remote communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a dedicated home office space suitable for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large datasets related to manufacturing processes, identifying patterns, inefficiencies, and potential areas for optimization.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track KPIs for manufacturing operations.
• Collaborate with on-site manufacturing teams globally via virtual channels to understand process challenges and gather data.
• Formulate data-driven recommendations for process improvements, cost reductions, and quality enhancements.
• Conduct root cause analysis for process deviations and production issues identified through data analysis.
• Utilize statistical software and data visualization tools to present findings and insights effectively.
• Support the implementation of new process technologies and methodologies by providing analytical support.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends in manufacturing analytics and process improvement.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all analyses and reporting.
• Facilitate virtual workshops and training sessions on data analysis for manufacturing teams.

Skills

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Communication

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

SQL

Python

R

Tableau

Power BI

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, Operations Research, or related quantitative field

Tools

SQL

Python

R

Tableau

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Manufacturing Process Analyst to join a globally distributed operations team from a home office in South Africa. You will analyze large manufacturing datasets, build dashboards, and partner with on-site teams to drive efficiency and reduce waste.

You will apply Lean/Six Sigma principles, develop KPI reports, and translate complex data into actionable insights for stakeholders. A strong data toolkit and remote communication skills are essential.