Manufacturing Data Specialist

Ball Corporation

As a Manufacturing Data Specialist, you will play a key role in driving operational excellence through data analysis, performance visibility, and continuous improvement initiatives. Working closely with production and cross-functional teams, you will provide actionable insights, support daily operational routines, and help optimize manufacturing processes through data-driven decision-making. You will act as a trusted partner to plant leadership, ensuring performance data is clearly communicated and translated into meaningful actions.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and communicate production performance data to support operational decision-making.

• Lead the integration of performance data into daily and weekly plant routines.

• Monitor key metrics, identify performance gaps, and support corrective actions.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Develop standardized reporting and visibility tools for plant performance reviews.

• Utilize Lean Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and other problem-solving methodologies to improve processes.

• Support and promote effective use of manufacturing and performance management systems.

• Deliver training and guidance on process improvement and operational excellence tools.

• Partner with departments across the plant to ensure consistent communication and data visibility.

• Experience & Skills Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Supply Chain, or equivalent experience.

• Experience in manufacturing, process improvement, project management, or operational excellence environments.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive actionable outcomes.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies; certification is an advantage.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other reporting tools.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Proven ability to influence and collaborate across multiple functions and levels of the organization.

• Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and decision-making capabilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement and safety.

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