Business Analyst II

The Business Analyst II leverages technical and non-technical knowledge and processes to solve business and operational challenges and facilitating technology delivery for a fast-paced organization. Education and Experience * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience. * Minimum of five (5) years' experience as an application analyst or similar business analyst position required * Experience working in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of operational and business processes preferred * ERP/Integrated manufacturing system implementation experience (Syteline preferred) * Demonstrated project management knowledge and experience, including the ability to successfully conclude projects in an efficient manner Minimum Qualifications * Ability to understand and interpret systems architectures from high-level; * SQL knowledge and ability to write queries to mine and analyze data; * Ability to write SQL stored procedures and functions; * Progress DB knowledge is a plus; * Analytical and quantitative skills, including ability to perform a variety of analyses; * Issue resolution and strong problem-solving skills to result in quality solutions; * Capability of thinking creatively to originate new ideas and to learn and apply new technologies quickly; * Possess proactive and self-motivated capabilities to exercise independent judgement; * Strong organizational and project/time management skills with ability to plan, organize and prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment * Execute and conclude projects in an efficient and effective manner with minimal guidance and supervision; * Produce high level of quality and accuracy with work and operate with integrity and ethically; * Possess strong work ethic and sense of urgency in executing responsibilities; * Detail and results-oriented with a strong desire to succeed; * Proven ability to consult with stakeholders, of all levels, to develop and execute solutions; * Effective and professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills; * Ability to work independently as well as in teams; * Ability to train and develop people; * Maintain confidentiality at the highest level; Essential Duties and Responsibilities * Ensures business/operations have access to relevant information to influence strategic decision-making and the day-to-day management; * Works cross-functionally to drive strategies, optimize analysis capability, and leverage technical and non-technical knowledge and processes to solve business/operational challenges and problems; * Facilitates requirements gathering sessions and evaluates business/operational process implications of system requirements, making appropriate design/redesign recommendations; * Strong focus on system implementation, development, and user training; * Analyzes business/operational processes of proposed or completed expansion projects; provides plans to migrate process of expanded capabilities to current applications/processes * Performs implementation planning or business case analysis for applications; * Creates and maintains processes and procedures to efficiently develop test and deploy decision support tools and reports used in operations. Develops reporting requirements to resolve a variety of business- and operational-related problems * Manages inventory and life cycle of routine reports to ensure efficient delivery of high quality, high impact business intelligence.

Drive the development and enhancement of self-service reports and analytics capabilities, automating when possible * Documents requirements and workflow diagrams with focus on process improvements * Develops programming specifications that can be passed to internal, as well as external programming resources as needed; * Addresses changing user requirements while maintaining design and system integrity; * Creates and deploys test plans, testing, documenting, and tracking issues while ensuring timely issue resolution; * Coordinates procedures development and system documentation * Creates and maintains ad hoc data capture systems as required to provide data not captured by core business applications; * Contributes to the ongoing development and implementation of a robust business acceptance process in terms of building internal customer relationships, documentation, user training, user support, regular communication and ongoing development; * Provides expert training and knowledge development to team members; * Attends job related conferences/seminars/webinars to maintain level of knowledge current with the changing environment and support business units' efforts to remain current. * Must be available for emergency situations that may arise outside the course of the regular workday or workweek. * Abides by all policies and procedures established by the Company including plant safety regulations and work rules. * Must have ability and desire to work with others * Meets attendance requirements. * Performs other duties as deemed necessary