Manufacturing Operations Analyst

Job Title

Manufacturing Operations Analyst

Albany, NY (ONSITE)

Full-Time

The Company is a leading manufacturer of specialized machine tools, measuring machines, and automation systems for freight and transit railways worldwide. Our machines are used for the maintenance and production of wheel sets, axles, and wheels on locomotives, freight cars, and commuter and light rail vehicles. Our automation systems support railway maintenance facilities as well as other manufacturing industries. We are committed to manufacturing excellence and support several manufacturing education initiatives throughout New York's Capital Region.

The Manufacturing Operations Analyst provides analytical and operational support to Manufacturing Operations function. This role is responsible for analyzing performance data, supporting production planning activities, and collaborating with procurement and supply chain teams to enhance operational efficiency, service levels and material flow. This position works cross-functionally to help ensure materials are available and production plans stay on track, supporting the organization’s objective of delivering the right parts, in the right place, at the right time.

• Collect, review, and organize manufacturing, inventory, and production data.
• Help identify trends, issues, or opportunities related to productivity, costs, inventory, and delivery performance.
• Prepare basic reports and dashboards for Manufacturing Operations leadership.
• Assist with tracking capacity, labor usage, and production output.
• Help ensure data is accurate and consistent across reports and systems.
• Assist the Production Planner by reviewing demand, capacity, and production data.
• Help prepare production schedules, forecasts, and planning scenarios.
• Identify potential production delays, material shortages, or capacity issues and bring them to the attention of the planning team.
• Work closely with production, inventory, and procurement teams to support execution of the production plan.
• Provide support during schedule changes, demand shifts, or new product launches.
• Work with procurement, supply chain, and sourcing teams to help track material availability and supplier performance.
• Assist with analyzing material usage, lead times, and inventory needs.
• Help identify supply risks or material shortages early.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings related to supply planning and material readiness.
• Support efforts to improve communication and coordination between manufacturing and supply chain teams.
• Assist with reviewing inventory levels, material usage, and replenishment data.
• Help analyze material flow and support efforts to reduce shortages or excess inventory.
• Participate in root cause analysis when material or inventory issues impact production.
• Support accurate use of ERP/MRP systems related to inventory and materials planning.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing and supply chain processes.
• Help document workflows and standard operating procedures.
• Support special projects and data requests assigned by the Director of Manufacturing Operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in operations, Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, Analytics, or a related field or equivalent relevant experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, production planning or operational support (internships or entry-level experience considered).
• Strong attention to detail and interest in working with data.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, basic analysis).
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems or willingness to learn.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work well with different teams.
• Exposure to production planning, materials management, procurement, or supply chain functions.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing operations and inventory concepts.
• Familiarity with Lean or continuous improvement principles.