JOB PURPOSE:
This position will be responsible for collecting and interpreting data in a manufacturing environment to help the company meet its goals related to Safety, Environment, Quality, Delivery, and Cost. Working closely with various members of management and the team to increase knowledge and awareness and improve performance.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 2-4 Years
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Create data visualizations and reports to present findings
- Continuously monitor and improve data quality and accuracy
- Collect, correlate, and organize large datasets from various sources
- Identify trends, patterns, and insights from data and present them in a structured manner
- Build dashboards and reports using data visualization tools
- Support management reporting and daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly KPI reviews and other designated activities
This role will report directly to the plant manager and indirectly to the rest of the senior management team in the assigned facility.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience using and working with Power BI
- Knowledge of SAP systems and analysis
- Strong written, verbal, and cross-cultural communication skills
- Comfortable working on multiple projects at one time with tight deadlines
- Gathering, interpreting, and analyzing data
- Formulating and submitting reports to relevant personnel including management
- Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment
- Knowledge of problem-solving methodologies such as PDCA, A3, 8D, Six Sigma, etc. is a plus
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 2-4 years of relevant experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience using Power BI
- Knowledge of SAP systems and analysis
- Strong written, verbal, and cross-cultural communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and tight deadlines
- Experience gathering, interpreting, and analyzing data
- Ability to prepare and submit reports to management
- Knowledge of problem-solving methodologies (PDCA, A3, 8D, Six Sigma)
- Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment
Lightera Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Lightera and has not been reviewed or approved by Lightera.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered okay‑to‑good in many hourly manufacturing roles, aided by overtime opportunities and union‑linked increases in some plants. Some hourly titles benchmark near or above market in specific locations.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is consistently highlighted, with multiple references to a strong employer contribution. This support is positioned as part of a competitive total rewards package.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are described as solid and mainstream. Some locations also reference on‑site or supplemental health resources and tax‑advantaged accounts.
Lightera Insights
What We Do
For decades, we have carried the beacon of innovation, leading industries, communities, and individuals into a brighter era. Now, we have brought together all this knowledge and expertise to provide complete solutions for communication networks, connecting businesses and people. Today, we are one: Lightera, a Furukawa Electric Group company. The creation of Lightera reflects our commitment to meeting the rapidly evolving demands of industries such as generative AI, data centers, 5G/6G, utilities, medical, aerospace, defense, and sensing. Through advanced optical technologies, we build brighter, more connected communities with innovative solutions. Step into the future of smart connectivity. Visit us at lightera.com.
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