Production Data Analyst
Salary up to £27,000 DOE
Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales
Onsite Role
Starting October 2026
Role Overview
The Production Data Analyst supports the Production and Operations teams by managing, analysing, and reporting on production data to enable informed operational and strategic decisions. This role ensures that accurate, timely, and actionable information is available across the production function, helping to optimise processes, monitor performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
* Collect, organise, and maintain production data from multiple sources, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
* Develop and deliver regular and ad-hoc production reports, dashboards, and performance summaries for Production and Operations Managers.
* Analyse production trends, identify bottlenecks, and highlight areas for improvement or optimisation.
* Support the tracking of key operational metrics such as output, efficiency, downtime, and quality performance.
* Collaborate with Production, Operations, and other support functions to understand reporting requirements and ensure data-driven insights support decision‑making.
* Assist in the preparation of management reports for senior leadership, highlighting trends, forecasts, and potential risks.
* Develop, maintain, and improve data management systems and processes to ensure data integrity and accessibility.
* Support continuous improvement initiatives by providing insights based on production data analysis.
* Ensure compliance with relevant internal data governance, security, and quality standards.
Qualifications
* Previous experience in a data‑heavy role, preferably within production, manufacturing, or operations support.
* Experience in reporting, data analysis, or performance monitoring.
* Experience using ERP or production management systems.
* Familiarity with continuous improvement or operational metrics is advantageous.
Technical Skills & Education
* Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, charts, and formulas).
* Experience with databases and data management systems (e.g., SQL, ERP systems, or production software).
* Experience creating dashboards and visualisations to communicate insights effectively.
* Strong analytical and numerical skills with high attention to detail.
* Ability to interpret complex data sets and present findings in a clear, concise manner.
Benefits
* Opportunity to develop a career in Production or Operations Management by leveraging data‑driven insights.
* Potential progression into roles such as Operations Analyst, Production Planning Coordinator, or Production/Operations Manager.
* Exposure to cross‑functional teams and strategic operational decision‑making.
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