Industrial Data Analyst (Process Engineering)

We are seeking a data‑driven Process Improvement Engineer who will leverage Ignition software, production data, and manufacturing analytics to identify, validate, and implement process improvements across copper magnet‑wire operations.

This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives behind the desk analyzing trends, building dashboards, and driving decisions through data. Approximately 80%+ of the work is digital/analytical, with the remaining time spent on the floor validating findings, supporting trials, and collaborating with operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Ignition Data Analysis - Build, maintain, and analyze Ignition dashboards, historian data, SPC trends, and production KPIs to identify inefficiencies, deviations, and improvement opportunities.
• Process Optimization - Use data insights to recommend changes to methods, equipment settings, and process controls to improve throughput, quality, and scrap performance.
• Digital Troubleshooting - Support manufacturing teams by diagnosing issues through Ignition logs, alarms, test data, and historical trends before engaging in physical troubleshooting.
• Trial Design & Validation - Plan and execute controlled trials to validate process changes, new equipment, or recipe adjustments in accordance with JCP and customer standards.
• Documentation & Standards - Maintain process sheets, recipes, build standards, and customer‑specific reports; ensure documentation reflects current validated processes.
• Continuous Improvement Projects - Lead small CI initiatives focused on reducing waste, improving stability, and enhancing product consistency.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration - Partner with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to translate data findings into actionable improvements.
• Training & Knowledge Transfer - Develop standardized documents and train operators and technicians on new processes, recipes, or equipment changes.

Essential Skills & Competencies

• Strong proficiency in Ignition, SCADA/MES systems, or similar industrial data platforms.
• Ability to interpret large datasets, historian trends, SPC charts, and machine logs.
• Solid understanding of magnet‑wire manufacturing, copper processing, or similar continuous‑flow production environments.
• Demonstrated initiative, analytical thinking, and problem‑solving ability.
• Effective communication and collaboration across engineering, operations, and quality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing production needs.
• Professionalism, positive attitude, and commitment to customer and internal service.

Work Breakdown (Approximate)

• Ignition data analysis, dashboards, and reporting: 40%
• Troubleshooting through data & digital diagnostics: 20%
• Maintaining process sheets, recipes, and documentation: 15%
• Customer‑specific reporting & product build documentation: 10%
• Coordinating and conducting trials: 10%
• Improvement audits & CI support: 5%

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Franklin, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.87 - $44.23/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Franklin,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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