Operations Data Analyst

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers. With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s portfolio includes fairlife ultra-filtered milk, Core Power High Protein Shakes and fairlife nutrition plan shakes for better health. A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola Company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

The Operations Data Analyst will play a critical role in advancing fairlife’s data driven manufacturing operations to drive continuous improvement on key performance indicators. This position is responsible for collaborating with the Operations Teams and the Decision Intelligence (DI) teams to develop data analytics solutions to enable decision making in support of Operational Excellence. This role will leverage fairlife’s Unified Factory Data Model (UFDM) and analytics platform to create reporting and analytic solutions to enable operational decision making at each of the factories.

• Collaborate with factory leadership and cross-functional teams to understand requirements and implement data and reporting strategies aligned with operational goals.
• Lead the development, deployment, and maintenance of Power BI dashboards and reports that support decision-making at all levels of the factory.
• Analyze operational datasets to uncover insights and trends to enable decision making at all levels of the organization.
• Drive the adoption and integration of the UFDM and analytics platform at each of the manufacturing facilities and throughout Operations.
• Partner with engineering, IT, and DI teams to identify and acquire new machine-level data points and ensure data accuracy and completeness through validation.
• Maintain consistent visual and reporting standards across multiple Power BI work spaces and applications.
• Ensure data governance practices are aligned and upheld within the Decision Intelligence teams strategic framework.
• Provide training and support to end users to enhance data literacy and ensure effective use of BI tools.

• Bachelor’s degree in Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong technical expertise in data modeling, visualization, and analytics, and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Proficiency in SQL and DAX programming languages.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and managing Power BI dashboards and reports.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Detail oriented to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
• Self-starter with a growth mindset and a passion for data.
• Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment.

• 40 hours per week with additional hours as required.
• Ability to flex shift as needed.
• Possible 3 hours sitting/3 hours standing/2 hours walking.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Reaching/bending.
• Exposure to hazards (machinery, confined spaces, etc.).
• Specific atmospheric conditions – AMMONIA.

• Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.
• Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color‑coded container policy while in the Production Areas.
• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
• In the event…