Manufacturing Business Analyst

Position: Manufacturing Business Analyst I
We are continuing to grow! We are currently accepting applications for an upcoming Manufacturing Business Analyst I need at our Washington locations.

Manufacturing Business Analyst I

Location(s): Renton, WA

Job Type: Full-time - Exempt

The Manufacturing Business Analyst I is responsible for supporting data-driven decision-making through business intelligence, reporting, and process automation. This role lives on the production floor but partners closely with ERP, engineering, and other support teams to develop insights, improve processes, and enhance system capabilities. The position emphasizes Power BI dashboard development, Power Automate workflow automation, and ERP data analysis to drive operational efficiency and visibility across the organization.

Essential Functions:

Essential functions, including how an individual is to perform them and the frequency with which the tasks are performed; the tasks must be part of the job function and truly necessary or required to perform the job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Tasks:

• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards, including data modeling, DAX calculations, and visualization best practices.
• Build and support Power Automate flows to automate manual processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Draft from scratch (and modify stored procedures) that execute complex SQL queries to extract, validate, and analyze data from ERP and manufacturing systems.
• Experience working with ERP data structures and translating front-end queries (e.g., BAQs) into backend SQL logic.
• Assist with ERP reporting, data cleanup, and basic troubleshooting.
• Create clear, concise written and visual reports summarizing trends, insights, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, quality and operations teams to understand business needs and translate them into data or reporting requirements.
• Support process improvement initiatives by identifying data gaps, inefficiencies, and automation opportunities.
• Document business processes (current and future state), data flows, and reporting standards.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and support system enhancements or integrations.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience with Power BI, including data modeling and report development.
• Experience building Power Automate workflows.
• Ability to write and interpret SQL queries.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or operations environment (internships acceptable).
• Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Epicor, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Familiarity with manufacturing KPIs (OEE, scrap, throughput, downtime).
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with automation or scripting tools (e.g., VBA, Python).

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field required.

Experience:

1-3 years of experience in business analysis, data analytics, manufacturing operations, or related roles. (Internships and co-op experience accepted.)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Preferred: Microsoft Power BI, Power Platform, or SQL-related certifications.

Computer Skills:

Power BI, Power Automate, SQL, ERP systems, Excel, data modeling, workflow automation tools.

Benefits

Medical (free employee-only coverage and low-cost options available)

Dental, Vision, Prescription

Life and AD&D Insurance

Company-sponsored 401(k) with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

8 Paid Holidays plus closed (with pay) for a week during the winter break!

15 days per year accrued Vacation/Sick time. Accrued time is available to use immediately!

Annual Salary: $91,500 - $100,000

About Us

For over 30 years SEKISUI Aerospace has been designing, testing, and manufacturing composite products for the aerospace industry. With complete customer satisfaction as our focus and through the relentless efforts of our skilled employees, SEKISUI Aerospace has achieved and continues to maintain an unequaled level of performance.

Our consistent delivery of high-quality products demonstrates our intent, integrity, and dedication to our customers and to our reputation as a manufacturer. We will continue to insert intelligent automation into our manufacturing facilities, which will continue to drive the future of flight well into the next century.

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Pre-Employment Drug and Background Screenings

SEKISUI Aerospace is a Drug-Free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen required.

Any applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SEKISUI Aerospace provides equal employment opportunities to all…