Process Analyst for Plant Applications - Decatur, IL
The Process Analyst for Plant Applications acts as a key liaison between plant operations, supply chain, and IT to analyze and optimize business processes supporting plant logistics and lab operations. This entry-level role involves gathering requirements, documenting workflows, supporting software testing and deployment, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance proprietary plant software systems. The position requires adaptability, strong analytical skills, and occasional travel to support on-site implementations and process improvements.
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What You’ll Do
As a Process Analyst on the Plant Applications team you’ll partner with operations, supply chain, and IT to translate facility workflows into reliable, maintainable software solutions. You will work with senior analysts, developers, and plant teams to analyze processes, document requirements, test solutions, and support deployments.
- Partner with systems analysts and operational teams to gather requirements, conduct on-site facility surveys, analyze operational data, and define solution options.
- Support the design, documentation, and standardization of operational processes and functional workflows in alignment with enterprise governance standards.
- Assist in creating functional designs, fit/gap analyses, and identifying cross-process system dependencies.
- Collaborate with process owners to define use cases, establish KPIs, and support business case development.
- Create test cases and participate in Product Testing (PT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for new builds and enhancements.
- Support remote and on-site application deployments, user training, go-live execution, and post-implementation handoffs to support teams.
- Provide functional troubleshooting for escalated operational issues, audit requests, and role-based security configurations.
- Contribute project status updates, resource estimates, and input into application roadmap planning.
What We’re Looking For
- 0–2 years in a business/process analyst role, technical support capacity, or plant/logistics operations environment.
- Demonstrated ability to gather requirements, map business processes, and communicate functional needs clearly to development teams.
- Experience writing or executing test scripts and participating in PT/UAT.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills; comfortable collaborating with stakeholders from plant operators to business leadership.
- High adaptability and strong organizational/time-management skills.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to travel 10–20% (domestic and international) for facility surveys, testing, and go-lives.
- Flexibility to work occasional off-hours, weekends, or varied shifts during project cutovers.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent IT/business degree.
Preferred / Nice-to-have
- Basic proficiency with SQL (SQL Server, MySQL, MariaDB) to inspect backend logistics data.
- Exposure to Linux.
- Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) and reporting formats (RDLC/XML).
- Experience with process flowcharting tools (e.g., Visio).
- Exposure to Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
- General knowledge of manufacturing logistics, yard management, or facility vehicle flow.
Work Arrangement & Travel
- This role supports telecommute/remote work while partnering with plant locations for surveys and go-lives.
- Travel: approximately 10–20% (domestic and international) for on-site activities.
- This is a full-time, exempt role. Candidates should be able to work occasional off-hours when required for deployments.
Benefits & Perks
Confidential Client offers a comprehensive total rewards package that may include:
- Medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage.
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
- 401(k) with employer match and other retirement options.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Parental leave and adoption assistance programs.
- Professional development and training resources.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and employee resource groups.
Benefits may vary by location; confirm eligibility during the hiring process.
About the Confidential Client
Confidential Client is a global organization operating in the IT space that supports manufacturing and logistics through technology solutions. The Confidential Client team focuses on delivering and maintaining plant-level applications that optimize production, logistics, and lab processes. They prioritize sustainability, safety, and continuous improvement while investing in colleague development and inclusion.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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