Business Analyst | Manufacturing

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst to join a manufacturing-focused technology team in Appleton, Wisconsin in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This hybrid opportunity requires regular onsite collaboration and offers the chance to partner with business leaders, technical teams, and operational stakeholders in a large enterprise setting. The role is centered on defining business needs, improving manufacturing-related processes and systems, and supporting implementation efforts through testing, data preparation, and go-live readiness.

Responsibilities:
• Partner with manufacturing stakeholders and cross-functional teams to identify business needs, clarify priorities, and translate operational challenges into well-defined requirements.
• Create and maintain business analysis documentation, including process flows, requirements artifacts, gap assessments, and solution mappings for enterprise initiatives.
• Support implementation activities by coordinating user acceptance testing, documenting outcomes, and helping teams resolve issues before deployment.
• Contribute to data preparation and conversion efforts by validating information, assisting with migration planning, and helping ensure manufacturing setups are ready for launch.
• Act as a liaison between business users and technology teams to keep communication clear, align expectations, and support delivery across multiple workstreams.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and project activities, using tools such as Jira, Confluence, and SharePoint to track progress, manage documentation, and maintain visibility.
• Work closely with fellow analysts on the Business Technology team to support large-scale initiatives in an enterprise environment.
• Help evaluate current processes and identify opportunities to improve workflows, system usage, and overall operational effectiveness within manufacturing functions.• At least 7 years of business analysis experience, preferably within manufacturing or related enterprise environments.
• Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and document business and functional requirements while working with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience supporting large cross-functional initiatives, including implementation, conversion, or enterprise application projects.
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems and processes, with the ability to align business needs to practical technology solutions.
• Hands-on experience with user testing, gap analysis, and implementation support activities.
• Familiarity with Agile delivery methods and proficiency with Jira, Confluence, and SharePoint.
• Experience with ERP platforms such as Acumatica is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to serve effectively as a liaison between business and technical teams.