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Operations Data Analyst

Huhtamaki Foodservice Delta Ltd
Belfast
1 week ago
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OPERATIONS DATA ANALYST Fixed term contract up to February 2027 Enjoy a career, packaged with care, whilst helping protect food, people and the planet We are a key global provider of sustainable packaging solutions. Were on a mission to make all packaging recyclable, reusable, or compostable. Every day, we ensure the hygiene and safety of food and drink for people around the world. We are Huhtamaki. You could be part of our vision. Because its our talented people that make it happen. Our people on the shop floor producing innovative, sustainable products. Our people in our offices delivering excellence for our customers every day. Its every one of us working together. We offer a place where you can feel safe, be supported, and make an impact so we can all focus on the future together. Your opportunity We are currently looking for a m Operations Data Analyst. In this position, you will provide support the site TPM initiative through project work and close liaison with all members of the TPM teams to ensure the TPM initiative operates efficiently and effectively and delivers the budgeted financial savings agreed. This post is fixed term up to February 2027 with an immediate start. You will report to WCO Manager and be part of the Business Improvement team. Where youll be You will be located at our Belfast site and you should be within reasonable commuting distance from here. What youll be doing Waste Inputs and analysis from each Machine Updating team reports into Site report. Managing outputs and analysis required from Preparation meetings. Pre Analysis for teams and simple Paretos for prep meetings for teams. Ability to manipulate data from current Business intelligence and legacy data to support team pre-launch. Supporting the data analysis from Smart factory. Updating KPIs for Pillar Support and Pillar boards and teams Ensuring TPM Calendars match Teams and Pillars to masterplan with the support of the TPM manager. Supporting the Manning of the teams and working with Shift managers to Align Shift availability. Updating and supporting teams in the updates of KPIs, Project tracking Analysis and Project Boards Support the TPM manager in the preparation of training files and updating the competence and training matrixs to support training Gaps identification. Support PCS control after teams complete so that tracking continues and up to date information on the status of hold the gains is updated weekly and spikes are identified to TPM manager or Pillar leads to actively control back to control state. Become a 2nd super user for support to shop floor teams for Smart Factory issues when TPM manager is unavailable. What youll bring to the role At least 2 years recent and relevant experience in a similar role A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C or above, including English Language and Mathematics Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (in particular strong Excel Modelling skills) Demonstrable experience of business analytics and data manipulation Strong Communication skills Capable of building and maintaining good working relationships Inquisitive Target driven Flexible in terms of tasks undertaken Good communication skills Capable of building and maintaining good working relationships. Desirable Criteria: Experience of working within a high speed manufacturing environment 3rd Level Education in a relevant discipline Experience in Power BI would be highly advantageous but not essential. Experience in Continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean, 6S or Kaizen Go ahead, apply today! If this sounds like a good fit, then wed love to hear from you. Join us. Help protect food, people and the planet. Enjoy a career, packaged with care. Skills: Operations Data Analyst

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