Productivity Analyst / Leader

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing • Newton, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Dauch is seeking a Productivity Analyst/Leader based at its Newton, North Carolina location. The role drives operational excellence, labor productivity, efficiency improvements, and cost-reduction initiatives by applying Industrial Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement principles. The position identifies opportunities, implements sustainable solutions, and delivers measurable business results in collaboration with production, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and finance teams, with the aim of improving safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Data Analytics, Operations Management, or a similar field.
• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, or continuous improvement.
• Strong knowledge of business process analysis, process optimization, and performance management.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, data analytics tools, and Power BI.
• Proficiency in data analysis software such as Excel, Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Ability to communicate findings to technical and non-technical partners.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Standard Work, and waste elimination.
• Analyze business operations and workflows to identify inefficiencies and productivity improvement opportunities.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to develop and present performance reports, trends, and forecasts.
• Conduct time studies, process mapping, and benchmarking.
• Monitor key performance indicators and recommend improvements based on data analysis.
• Train and support team members in the use of productivity tools and standard processes.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging productivity-enhancing technologies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level