If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: 

The Operations Analyst supports key operational and administrative functions, with a primary focus on work order reconciliation and data integrity. This role is responsible for identifying opportunities to improve process efficiency, reduce costs, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.

Working closely with the Production Manager, the Operations Analyst analyzes operational data, identifies trends, and implements best practices to optimize work order processes and support operational excellence. The role also collaborates with cross-functional teams, including Finance (Cost Accounting), Product Engineering, Supply Chain, and Warehouse Operations, to ensure accurate reporting, process alignment, and effective execution of business objectives.

REPORTING TO: Director of Operations

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Review completed work orders to verify material usage, labor reporting, routing times, and data accuracy.

·         Investigate and resolve work order discrepancies in coordination with Production, Cost Accounting, Inventory Control, Planning, and other functional teams.

·         Maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), routing data, and related manufacturing records to ensure accuracy and completeness.

·         Identify, document, and communicate material usage variances (MUVs) and other work order discrepancies to appropriate stakeholders.

·         Support in completion Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) as required and make related updates to manufacturing data as directed (routings, BOMs, etc.).

·         Work with Engineering and Production to accurately ensure data integrity and help drive RCCM related to accurate routings

·         Participate in New Product Launches as required to ensure data integrity around material usage and labor hours.

·         Conduct cycle counts of raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods; document findings, drive RCCM and assist with inventory reconciliation activities.

·         Maintain work order, inventory, and production records in accordance with established procedures and audit requirements.

·         Prepare and maintain spreadsheets, reports, and supporting documentation related to production and operational activities.

·         Analyze operational data and provide routine reporting to support departmental objectives and decision-making.

·         Assist in identifying process improvement opportunities and support implementation efforts as assigned.

·         Collaborate with Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Warehouse Operations, and Production teams to support day-to-day operational needs.

·         Provide general operational and administrative support to manufacturing leadership.

·         Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform this job successfully. 

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and quality.
• Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in data entry, record maintenance, and reporting activities.
• Ability to follow established processes and identify discrepancies requiring corrective action.
• Willingness to learn manufacturing systems, work order processes, and root cause problem-solving methodologies.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability and follow-through.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Associate’s degree in Business, Operations, Accounting, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• < 1 year experience in similar positions required; 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, metal stamping/forming industry is a plus.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including the ability to organize, analyze, and maintain operational data.

·         Experience in data analysis and reporting, strongly preferred.

• Experience working with work orders, inventory transactions, Bills of Materials (BOMs), routings, or production data, strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems; experience with JD Edwards (JDE) preferred.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, inventory control practices, and production environments preferred.

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

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Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

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