Digital Manufacturing Analyst (Junior / Entry-Level)

Aquent is thrilled to partner with a leading global enterprise in the manufacturing sector, renowned for its unwavering commitment to innovation and operational excellence. This company is at the forefront of driving significant advancements in its field, positively impacting countless lives through its groundbreaking products and processes. We are seeking a passionate individual to join their dynamic team and contribute directly to their ongoing digital transformation journey, making a tangible impact on global operations from day one.

About the Company

This industry leader is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in manufacturing. With a strong focus on innovation, they continuously seek to optimize processes and enhance product quality, making a real difference in the world. Joining this team means becoming part of a culture that values curiosity, proactive problem-solving, and a collaborative spirit, all while contributing to a mission that spans across diverse global operations.

About the Opportunity

Are you a data enthusiast eager to make a tangible impact from day one? This is a pivotal entry-level opportunity where you will directly contribute to enhancing manufacturing operations through data-driven insights. You will be at the forefront of digital transformation, translating complex operational data into clear, actionable information that empowers decision-makers and drives continuous improvement across various production sites. Your work will directly impact efficiency, consistency, and the overall success of global operations, playing a key part in optimizing processes and driving informed decision-making.

What You'll Do

• Take ownership of updating, enhancing, and standardizing manufacturing dashboards across various plant locations, ensuring visual consistency, accurate units, and reliable metrics.
• Proactively gather, meticulously clean, and audit production and equipment signal data from diverse databases to pinpoint gaps, emerging trends, and anomalies that affect operational performance.
• Design and maintain robust statistical process control charts and monitoring visualizations, providing essential tools for process control and in-depth root cause investigations.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, reliability specialists, and remote data teams to refine key performance metrics, present compelling findings, and continuously improve analytical tools and methodologies.

What You'll Bring

• Education: Recent graduate or currently pursuing a degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Reliability), Computer Science, Engineering Technology, or a closely related technical discipline.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity or practical experience with data analysis and business intelligence tools such as Python, Power BI, SQL, or similar platforms. Full company-sponsored training will be provided on an industrial analytics platform.
• Process Understanding: Foundational awareness of manufacturing process data, including signals (e.g., pressure, temperature, current), and basic statistical process control concepts.
• Mindset: A highly detail-oriented individual with a strong focus on consistency, formatting, and accuracy. Must be self-motivated and possess a natural curiosity about the inner workings of manufacturing systems.
• Work Authorization: Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder.

What Will Set You Apart

• Exposure to industrial environments or process control systems.
• Experience in continuous process manufacturing.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.