Manufacturing Systems Analyst

Job Summary

We are seeking a Manufacturing Systems Analyst to support and maintain an in‑house, custom-built system used across our manufacturing operations in Ashland, VA. This role is focused on hands‑on SQL work, system troubleshooting, and supporting day‑to‑day production needs. The ideal candidate is comfortable working directly with internal databases, investigating data issues, and partnering with manufacturing and operations teams to keep systems reliable and accurate.

Primary Responsibilities

• Support and maintain a custom, in‑house manufacturing system used on the production floor
• Use SQL to investigate, validate, and correct data issues (e.g., mismatches, missing data, failed transactions)
• Troubleshoot system issues impacting operations and production workflows
• Partner with manufacturing, operations, and leadership to resolve day‑to‑day system problems
• Assist with ongoing ERP system upgrades and backend improvements
• Document system behavior, recurring issues, and fixes for internal reference
• Provide limited, basic IT support tied directly to system usage (can be trained)

Required Experience

• Experience working with SQL in a hands‑on capacity (queries used to validate, troubleshoot, or fix data)
• Background supporting internal business systems (ERP, MES, CMMS, WMS, or custom applications)
• Experience working in or closely supporting a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment
• Strong troubleshooting mindset and comfort working independently on ambiguous issues
• Bachelor's degree preferred, but experience and competency matter more than degree

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Experience supporting in‑house or homegrown ERP systems
• Exposure to manufacturing execution systems (MES) or production systems
• Experience working with SQL Server and SQL Server Management Studio
• Familiarity with legacy or internally developed applications
• Basic scripting or automation experience (Python, similar)
• Experience supporting production or shop‑floor users

Work Environment

This role is based onsite at a manufacturing facility in Ashland, VA, supporting both office staff and production floor operations. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The environment combines typical office settings with time spent on the production floor, working closely with operations teams and production equipment integrated with ERP and other IT systems. The position involves working with Windows and Linux systems, SQL Server, ASP-based applications, ERP platforms, network infrastructure, and Office 365.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ashland, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $75000.00/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 Ashland,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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