Production Analyst

Meridian Adhesives Group•Columbus, OH

1d•$85,000 - $87,500•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Site Leader, this position is responsible for overseeing day-to-day production operations and serving as the Site Safety Lead. This position plays a key role in fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and workplace safety while acting as a resource for employees and leadership.

Requirements

Familiarity with ERP systems.
Must possess excellent problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate, coach, and hold team accountable.
Ability to manage multiple priorities.
Must be able to function effectively in a team environment.
Well organized and self-directed
High integrity and honesty
Experience with Microsoft Office products
Effective written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and demonstrated ability to interact and interface with production personnel as well as management.
3+ years of chemical manufacturing experience or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent, preferred.
OSHA 30 completion is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Utilize the company's ERP system or equivalent to independently review, verify, and close production batch tickets, exercising judgment to ensure accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and meet customer delivery requirements.
Review and validate batch ticket documentation, ensuring the completeness, accuracy, and integrity of production records.
Analyze production and batch data to collaborate with Technical team to help optimize production processes.
Develop, revise, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Serve as the Site Safety Lead by independently managing the site's safety management system (HSI), evaluating safety performance, coordinating required training, maintaining Near Miss reporting, and preparing monthly safety communications.
Lead site safety committee meetings, facilitating discussions, evaluating safety concerns, and driving corrective and preventive actions to strengthen the site's safety culture.
Train, coach, and develop hourly employees in safe work practices, standard operating procedures, and housekeeping.
Promote Operational Excellence by identifying improvement opportunities and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Evaluate existing work instructions and independently draft or revise standard work documentation for management review, approval, and document control when process improvements or deficiencies are identified.
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of department and plant procedures, ensure compliance with quality, safety, and operational requirements that impact customer satisfaction.
Lead and actively participate in problem-solving initiatives, including root cause analysis, 6S, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and other continuous improvement activities, implementing sustainable corrective actions where appropriate.
Monitor production areas to ensure workspaces remain organized, safe, and compliant with company policies, identifying and addressing potential hazards or operational risks.
Investigate production material variances, analyze contributing factors, determine appropriate corrective actions, and coordinate resolution with cross-functional teams.
Oversee daily site operations and making operational decisions in the absence of the Site Leader, ensuring continuity of production, safety, and business objectives.
Other duties as assigned