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Operational Excellence Analyst
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What they do
An Operations Analyst analyzes systems and processes in an organization or business and uses findings to help solve problems and improve management. Uses advanced statistical and mathematical models and computer software to analyze a wide variety of data; collaborates with other analysts and with the management of an organization.
$78,156 / year median in Pennsylvania
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Operational Excellence Analyst
- Full Time Penske
- Pittsburgh, PA Posted on 08/30/26 (
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PAwuuLA3Is)Position Summary:
The Operational Excellence Analyst is primarily responsible forpleting tasks directly or indirectly supporting key initiatives within the Operational Excellence department. The main tasks include, but are not limited to: Industrial Engineering related assignments, Dataanization, manipulation, visualization and analysis, Documentation design, creation, andanization, & Identification and development of process improvements.Major Responsibilities:
- Data Analysis /
Report Generation:
- Automate data retrieval and visualization processes
- Perform analytics per traditional and new approaches
- Develop and maintain data visualization dashboards
- Process Improvement /
Process Automation:
- Develop as is process mapping / analysis
- Identify waste and develop solutions
- Develop automation techniques to ce waste
- Time Studies /
Process Observation:
- Observe processes at PTL and PL locations
- Execute time studies: Setup
- Execute
- Report Out
- Develop findings and rmendations reports
- Documentation Creation /
Content Management:
- Develop and maintain SOPs to support initiatives
- Manage collaborate document management portals
- Develop and maintain key departmental documents
- Other projects as assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree required, concentration in Degree in Industrial Engineering, Engineering (other), Statistics, Business Analytics preferred Master's Degree preferred Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt, Lean certifications preferred 2 years of experience in a technical role utilizing data analysis or process analysis skillsets preferred. This can include coop or internship assignments 2 years in an Industrial Engineering or equivalent role preferred. This can include coop or internship assignments Intermediate level of experience in Statistical Analysis and / or Process Automation Introductory level of experience in Project Management, Time Studies, and / or Process Mapping. Introductory level of experience using Minitab Should have the ability to problem solve in data structures Must have strongmunication skills Must be wellanized & be able to multi task / work on multiple projects Travel requirements will be in the 10-25% range Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required scle, work at the specific location required,plete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment,cation, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.Physical Requirements:
- The physical and mental demands described are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable amodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The associate will be required to: read;municate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
- While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.