Remote Production Systems Analyst

Placements24

Bloemfontein

Hybrid

ZAR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Comprehensive health, dental, and 360°

Generous annual bonus potential

Flexible working hours and fullyRemote

Professional development and online课程

Company-provided software licenses and

Home office stipend for setup and O/E

Pension fund contribution

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Global network of manufacturing pros

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Production Systems Analyst to analyze production data and drive improvements for clients worldwide. You will develop dashboards, identify bottlenecks, perform root-cause analysis, and collaborate with virtual teams to implement data-driven solutions.

The role requires a quantitative degree and 4+ years of production analytics experience, with SQL, Python, R, and BI tools. A fully remote SA setup is supported, with ongoing professional development and a strong

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in production analysis, industrial engineering, or a similar data-centric role.
Proficiency in data analysis software and tools such as SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), R, or similar.
Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI).
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production systems.
Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively in a remote setting.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for virtual collaboration.
Experience with statistical modeling and forecasting techniques is a plus.
Must have a reliable high-speed internet connection and a suitable home office setup.

Responsibilities

Collect, analyze, and interpret production data from various manufacturing systems and sources.
Develop dashboards and reports to visualize key production metrics and trends for clients and internal teams.
Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for process improvement within production workflows.
Conduct root cause analysis for production issues and propose data-backed solutions.
Collaborate virtually with client teams to understand their production challenges and goals.
Recommend and help implement changes to production processes, systems, and technologies.
Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in production analysis and manufacturing optimization.
Assist in the development and implementation of new analytical tools and methodologies.
Provide training and support to clients on data utilization and system understanding.
Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all analyses and reports.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Remote collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

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

Tools

SQL

Python (Pandas, NumPy)

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in manufacturing efficiency solutions, is seeking a talented Remote Production Systems Analyst to join their dispersed team. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will be instrumental in analyzing production data, identifying trends, and recommending improvements to optimize manufacturing processes. Your work will directly impact our clients' operational performance, focusing on increasing throughput, reducing waste, and enhancing overall quality. This position requires a strong analytical mindset, deep understanding of production systems, and proficiency in data analysis tools. You will collaborate virtually with clients and internal stakeholders to implement data-driven solutions and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing environments worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

Collect, analyze, and interpret production data from various manufacturing systems and sources.
Develop dashboards and reports to visualize key production metrics and trends for clients and internal teams.
Identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for process improvement within production workflows.
Conduct root cause analysis for production issues and propose data-backed solutions.
Collaborate virtually with client teams to understand their production challenges and goals.
Recommend and help implement changes to production processes, systems, and technologies.
Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in production analysis and manufacturing optimization.
Assist in the development and implementation of new analytical tools and methodologies.
Provide training and support to clients on data utilization and system understanding.
Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all analyses and reports.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
Minimum of 4 years of experience in production analysis, industrial engineering, or a similar data-centric role.
Proficiency in data analysis software and tools such as SQL, Python (Pandas, NumPy), R, or similar.
Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production systems.
Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively in a remote setting.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for virtual collaboration.
Experience with statistical modeling and forecasting techniques is a plus.
Must have a reliable high-speed internet connection and a suitable home office setup.

Benefits