Operations Systems Specialist

ABB•Fort Smith, AR

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Systems Specialist plays a critical role in driving improvements across core business processes within operations by owning problems end-to-end and delivering measurable results. This role is responsible for identifying and implementing automation opportunities (including AI-enabled use cases), supporting key systems such as SAP, Snowflake, Power BI, and Shop Floor Display, and strengthening how systems enable operational execution. This role partners directly with stakeholders across Supply Chain, Logistics, SIOP, Manufacturing, and Quality to understand challenges, influence solutions, and drive outcomes. You will lead and execute projects from problem definition through implementation, operating effectively without formal authority and take accountability for results in a fast-paced environment. Success requires strong analytical thinking, a continuous learning mindset and a high level of ownership, initiative and cross-functional collaboration. Our teams support each other, collaborate, and never stop learning. Everyone brings something unique, and together we push ideas forward to solve real problems. Being part of our team means your work matters - because the progress we make here creates real impact out there.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and 2+ years OR Associate’s Degree with 4+ years experience with data and reporting tools (Excel, SQL, Power BI, Snowflake, or similar) and ability to turn data into actionable insights.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and drive effective decision-making
Ability to identify and support automation opportunities , including AI, scripting, integrations, and workflow improvements
Familiarity with enterprise systems and operational tools , with the ability to quickly learn, adapt, and apply new technologies in a business environment
Understanding of end-to-end operational processes , connecting data to real-world execution across manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, quality, and SIOP
Strong problem-solving and communication skills , with the ability to translate complex issues into clear, practical solutions and support adoption
Candidates must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

Responsibilities

Align to business priorities and drive continuous improvement across operations through data-driven insights and structured problem-solving
Partner cross-functionally (Supply Chain, Logistics, SIOP, Manufacturing, Quality) to understand processes and translate business needs into practical solutions
Own and deliver improvements in systems (SAP, MES) and processes—leading or supporting initiatives from problem definition through implementation
Identify, implement, and scale automation (including AI-enabled solutions) while enabling adoption through training, documentation, and change management

Benefits

Health, Life & Disability
Choice between two medical plan options: A PPO plan called the Copay Plan OR a High Deductible Health Plan (with a Health Savings Account) called the High Deductible Plan.
Choice between two dental plan options: Core and Core Plus
Vision benefit
Company paid life insurance (2X base pay)
Company paid AD&D (1X base pay)
Voluntary life and AD&D – 100% employee paid up to maximums
Short Term Disability – up to 26 weeks – Company paid
Long Term Disability – 60% of pay – Company paid. Ability to “buy-up” to 66 2/3% of pay.
Supplemental benefits – 100% employee paid (Accident insurance, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Health Advocate support resources for mental/behavioral health, general health navigation and virtual health, and infertility/adoption
Employee discount program
401k Savings Plan with Company Contributions
Employee Stock Acquisition Plan (ESAP)
ABB provides 11 paid holidays.
Salaried exempt positions are provided vacation under a permissive time away policy.