Remote Manufacturing Systems Analyst

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office setup allowance

Health, dental, vision benefits

Remote work flexibility

Professional development & certs

Collaborative virtual work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Manufacturing Systems Analyst to evaluate, design, and improve MES and ERP processes from a fully remote setting. You will translate stakeholder needs into functional specifications, analyze data, and support deployment and testing of new systems to boost efficiency.

In this role you will collaborate with IT and operations, develop documentation, and provide remote user support while advancing long-term manufacturing system strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in analyzing and improving manufacturing systems, with a strong focus on MES and ERP systems.
• Proven experience in requirements gathering, system design, and implementation support.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques (e.g., SQL, Excel, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and workflows.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, suitable for remote collaboration.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current manufacturing systems and processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for enhancement.
• Gather requirements from stakeholders and translate them into functional specifications for system improvements.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend new manufacturing technologies and software solutions.
• Support the implementation, testing, and deployment of new systems and upgrades.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including user manuals and process flows.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues, providing remote support to end-users.
• Utilize data analytics tools to generate reports and provide insights into production performance.
• Collaborate with IT and operations teams to ensure system integration and data integrity.
• Contribute to the development of long-term manufacturing system strategies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

SQL

Excel

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a progressive leader in the manufacturing sector, is actively seeking a highly analytical and experienced Remote Manufacturing Systems Analyst . This role is entirely remote, offering significant flexibility. The analyst will be responsible for evaluating, designing, and improving manufacturing information systems and processes to enhance overall operational efficiency and productivity. Key duties include analyzing system requirements, recommending technological solutions, and supporting the implementation of new software and hardware. The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of manufacturing execution systems (MES), enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and data analytics within a production context. We are looking for a proactive problem-solver with excellent communication skills, capable of collaborating effectively with stakeholders across different departments and locations in a virtual setting. This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your analytical expertise to drive tangible improvements in a remote capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze current manufacturing systems and processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for enhancement.
• Gather requirements from stakeholders and translate them into functional specifications for system improvements.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend new manufacturing technologies and software solutions.
• Support the implementation, testing, and deployment of new systems and upgrades.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including user manuals and process flows.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues, providing remote support to end-users.
• Utilize data analytics tools to generate reports and provide insights into production performance.
• Collaborate with IT and operations teams to ensure system integration and data integrity.
• Contribute to the development of long-term manufacturing system strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in analyzing and improving manufacturing systems, with a strong focus on MES and ERP systems.
• Proven experience in requirements gathering, system design, and implementation support.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques (e.g., SQL, Excel, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and workflows.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, suitable for remote collaboration.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote work environment.
• Experience working with distributed teams and stakeholders.

Benefits

• A competitive annual salary of Rands.
• Fully remote work arrangement with the flexibility to work from home.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits package.
• Allowance for home office setup and ongoing expenses.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in leading manufacturing technologies.
• Access to a collaborative virtual work environment.