Operations Data Analyst

Position Overview

Located in Coopersville, fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich dairy products including fairlife® ultra‑filtered milk, Core Power® High Protein Shakes, and fairlife® nutrition plan™. Recognized by Fast Company and Nielsen for industry‑leading innovation, fairlife is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca‑Cola Company.

The Operations Data Analyst will play a critical role in advancing fairlife’s data‑driven manufacturing operations to drive continuous improvement on key performance indicators. This position collaborates with Operations and Decision Intelligence teams to develop data analytics solutions that enable operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with factory leadership and cross‑functional teams to understand requirements and implement data and reporting strategies aligned with operational goals.
• Lead the development, deployment, and maintenance of Power BI dashboards and reports to support decision‑making at all levels.
• Analyze operational datasets to uncover insights and trends that enable informed decision‑making.
• Drive the adoption and integration of the Unified Factory Data Model (UFDM) and analytics platform across manufacturing facilities.
• Partner with engineering, IT, and DI teams to identify and acquire new machine‑level data points while ensuring data accuracy through validation.
• Maintain consistent visual and reporting standards across multiple Power BI workspaces and applications.
• Ensure data governance practices align with the Decision Intelligence team’s strategic framework.
• Provide training and support to end users to enhance data literacy and effective use of BI tools.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Analytics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong technical expertise in data modeling, visualization, and analytics with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Proficiency in SQL and DAX programming languages.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and managing Power BI dashboards and reports.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and documentation skills with a keen attention to detail.
• A self‑starter with a growth mindset and passion for data, capable of handling ambiguity in a fast‑paced environment.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Base pay range of $80,000 - $95,000 USD (may vary based on geography, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience).
• Benefits: A full range of medical, financial, and other benefits is offered dependent on the position.