Business Analyst - Digital MES & Mfg Systems

Job Duties

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025!

Daikin Applied is seeking a driven and detail-orientedBusiness Analyst - Digital MES & Mfg Systemsto join our team. This position will work directly with business leaders, business users, and Digital teammates to plan, define, design, specify, test, train, implement, and support order management related business processes and systems. The position requires an in-depth understanding and experience implementing, modifying, and supporting MES systems. Come bea part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location:Faribault, MN

What you will do:

Collect, analyze, and interpret complex manufacturing data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for process improvement

Ability to deal with ambiguity in a productive and positive manner by bringing the appropriate stakeholders together to gain clarity and consensus for next steps is required

Collaborate with various departments, including IT, operations, materials, and engineering, to ensure alignment of goals and data-driven decision-making

Investigate issues with manufacturing applications, conducting root cause analysis and aligning resources to correct the issues

Demonstrated ability to:

lead, manage, and participate in cross-functional business projects

independently gather, document, clarify, and validate business requirements

clarify and document current-state, future-state, and the gap that exists between the two states

develop and document solution design alternatives, and then lead a group through the collaborative process of finalizing recommendations and documenting rationale

estimate high-level project timelines, resource needs, and funding needs

define a project to the degree required to gain business support, funding, and resource

communicate functional requirement/specifications to developer team

lead end users through training and testing by documenting user guides, training materials, business processes, test plans, and then performing the required in-person reviews of the material

What's in it for you:

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, PTO, 401K match, support for community involvement and much more

The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth

The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in IT or related or equivalent experience

3 - 5 years' experience in a manufacturing or corporate business environment

Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar

Expertise in translating complex datasets into actionable insights using advanced SQL queries and stored procedures

Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders

Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment

Strong commitment to accuracy, quality, and continuous improvement

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of manufacturing processes, Lean methodologies, and Six Sigma principles is preferred

Experience with ERP systems and databases is a plus

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $73,300 - $120,700 in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied!

Equal Opportunity Employment: It is the policy of Daikin Applied to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, membership or activity in a local commission, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor Degree

Minimum Experience Required

3 - 5 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$73,300.00 - $120,700.00 / Annually

Postal Code

55021

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R000189

Job Benefits

Not specified