Junior AI Operations Analyst

SAELENS LLC•Johnson Creek, WI

4d•$28 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an entry-level AI Analyst to help our CNC manufacturing team use modern AI tools to improve daily operations, documentation, reporting, quoting, scheduling, quality tracking, and process improvement. This is an entry-level role for someone who is curious, organized, technically comfortable, and eager to learn how AI can support a real manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate should understand tools like ChatGPT, Claude, AI agents, prompt workflows, and the basics of connecting AI tools to business data through Model Context Protocols and APIs.

Requirements

Beginner to intermediate familiarity with ChatGPT, Claude, or similar AI tools.
Basic understanding of prompts, AI assistants, and AI agents.
Familiarity with databases, spreadsheets, or business software systems.
Interest in connecting AI tools to company data using MCP, APIs, SQL, or similar methods.
Strong attention to detail and willingness to verify AI-generated information.
Ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical employees.
Strong problem-solving skills and curiosity about manufacturing processes.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to CNC machining, manufacturing, job shops, fabrication, or industrial operations.
Basic SQL knowledge or experience working with databases.
Experience with Excel, Power BI, ERP systems.
Familiarity with automation tools such as Zapier, Make, n8n, or similar platforms.
Basic scripting knowledge in Python, JavaScript, or another programming language.
Understanding of APIs, webhooks, or system integrations.
Experience creating SOPs, work instructions, reports, or process documentation.

Responsibilities

Use AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, and similar platforms to support business and manufacturing workflows.
Help build and document AI-assisted workflows for quoting, job setup, work instructions, inspection reports, purchasing, scheduling, and customer communication.
Assist with creating prompts, templates, and reusable AI workflows for office and shop-floor teams.
Support basic AI agent use cases, such as retrieving information, summarizing data, preparing reports, and automating repetitive tasks.
Help connect AI tools to internal data sources, such as ERP, CRM, spreadsheets, SQL databases, or production tracking systems.
Learn and assist with Model Context Protocol, also called MCP, for safely connecting AI tools to company systems and data.
Work with operations, engineering, quality, and administration teams to identify practical AI opportunities.
Review AI outputs for accuracy, usefulness, and alignment with company procedures.
Help create internal documentation and training materials for AI tools.
Maintain awareness of data privacy, security, and responsible AI use.