Production Data Analyst

LaCroix Precision Optics a manufacturer of precision optical components located in Batesville Arkansas is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about precision and innovation to join our growing team.

At LaCroix Precision Optics we value quality teamwork and continuous improvement. We invite you to explore opportunities with us and become part of a team dedicated to excellence in the optics industry.

Job Summary

The Production Data Analyst supports manufacturing operations by developing maintaining and analyzing production data reports and dashboards. This role works closely with Production Planning and Engineering teams to provide accurate timely visibility into shop performance capacity and WIP. The analyst will also assist with production scheduling activities including creating and closing work orders within the manufacturing system.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Production Reporting & Dashboards

• Develop maintain and enhance production reports and dashboards related to throughput yield scrap WIP labor and machine utilization
• Ensure data accuracy and consistency across reports by validating inputs from ERP systems
• Automate recurring reports to reduce manual data handling
• Customize dashboards to support daily production meetings and management reviews
• Identify trends bottlenecks and performance gaps in optical manufacturing processes (grinding polishing coating assembly etc.)

Data Management & Analysis

• Extract transform and analyze production data from ERP MES and other manufacturing systems
• Maintain data definitions and documentation for standard production metrics
• Perform ad-hoc data analysis to support continuous improvement root cause analysis and decision-making
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality to support yield and process improvement initiatives

Production Scheduling Support

• Assist Production Planning with creating releasing updating and closing work orders in the ERP system
• Verify routing labor standards and work center assignments for accuracy
• Monitor job status and help resolve data or system issues impacting scheduling or reporting
• Support reconciliation of completed jobs labor reporting and material usage

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Business Analytics or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2 years of experience in a manufacturing or production data role
• Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables formulas data validation)
• Experience building dashboards and reports using BI tools (Power BI Tableau or similar)
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems and work order/job tracking

Analytical Skills: A high level of accuracy and attention to detail in data entry and verification with strong ability to consistently notice process and correct small errors to ensure all information is accurate consistent and reliable.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts proportions percentages area circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills: In order to perform this job successfully an individual should have knowledge of Database software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EOE M/F/Disability/Veteran