Manufacturing Systems Analyst

Manufacturing Systems Analyst (Program Analyst)

Make an Impact With Us

We are seeking individuals whose passion and dedication match the strength and resilience of the steel we produce.

The Manufacturing Systems Analyst (Program Analyst) gathers, reviews, and analyzes customer requirements and translates them into system functional specifications. This individual will work closely with consultants, vendors, and internal Digital & Information Systems teams to develop solutions based on functional requirements.

The role involves creating design documents, configuring systems, and developing custom programs within the PSI Metals application framework. This position plays an important role in strengthening the company's competitive position within the OCTG (Oil Country Tubular Goods) marketplace by supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Your Role at a Glance

• Provide system maintenance services to ensure application availability.
• Analyze existing systems, recommend modifications, and implement system improvements, including integration between systems.
• Consult with users to gather information about program needs, objectives, functions, features, and input and output data requirements.
• Analyze, define, and document requirements, including data, Business Intelligence workflows, logical processes, hardware and operating system environments, system interfaces, internal and external system health checks, controls, and outputs.
• Use high-level programming languages to develop system enhancements based on specification documentation. Apply specialized programming techniques as needed to achieve effective solutions.
• Coordinate and organize development, testing, and implementation plans for vendor-supported systems. Collaborate with application vendors to facilitate support and upgrades.
• Monitor program performance following implementation, including providing after-hours support when necessary.
• Write and maintain documentation describing program development, logic, coding, testing, changes, and corrections.
• Train personnel in end-user departments on procedures necessary to effectively utilize systems and data.
• Lead or actively participate in cross-functional teams to successfully execute these responsibilities.

What Sets You Apart

We're looking for individuals who bring the right combination of experience, technical expertise, and motivation.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems with at least three years of postgraduate experience, or five years of equivalent experience.
• Solid understanding of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) or Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) systems.
• Ability to understand and implement integration methods involving plant automation devices and systems.
• Excellent relational database design and management skills, including the ability to manage clustered environments and write complex SQL stored procedures. Oracle PL/SQL experience is preferred.
• Ability to work within Linux and/or Windows environments.
• Experience with information technology systems design and structured programming, including object-oriented programming concepts.
• Proficiency in high-level programming languages and technologies such as MS Visual Studio .NET (VB.NET, C#), PL/SQL, ASP, and HTML.
• Ability to develop custom reports using Crystal Reports or similar products.
• Familiarity with network and database communications.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout North America to support deployments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to provide after-hours support as needed.

What Powers Your Performance

Success in this role is driven by a strong combination of personal ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We value team members who:

• Communicate clearly and constructively.
• Collaborate effectively and contribute to team success.
• Adapt to change with a positive, proactive mindset.
• Take accountability and demonstrate initiative.
• Demonstrate reliability and pride in their work.
• Prioritize safety and maintain awareness.
• Embrace feedback and use it as an opportunity for growth.
• Maintain exceptional attention to detail.
• Drive continuous improvement and challenge the status quo.
• Support and develop others through shared learning.

We're committed to helping you thrive, both on the job and beyond. We offer a collaborative culture where your ideas can drive meaningful change, along with opportunities for career mobility within a stable, essential industry.

To support your professional growth and personal well-being, we provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits program, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Profit Sharing: Up to 4%
• 401(k): 4.5% Company Match with No Vesting Period
• Paid Parental Leave for Birthing and Non-Birthing Parents, Including Adoptions
• Paid Holidays: 10 Days Plus One Personal Floating Holiday
• Paid Vacation Time
• Performance-Based Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement