Data Analyst
Job Description
- A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan
- Employee & family assistance programs
- RRSP matching program
- Health & wellness reimbursements
- Product purchase program
- Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
- Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
- Relocation costs (if applicable)
Responsibilities
Solutions Development
Build tools, dashboards, and apps to make the way our employees work easier, quicker, and more informed. This will include
- Building and maintaining mobile Apps in MS Power Apps
- Building dashboards in Power Bi, PARCview, Pi Process Book and other applications
- Provide input to prioritize and execute on the development of reporting and analytics solutions in support of the Reporting and Analytics strategy
- End-to-end development of reporting and analytics solutions
- Analyze, study and test data inputs and outputs to ensure quality
- Facilitate the completion of a company-wide performance dashboard
- Develop solutions within the organization’s available technology stack
- Employ various data gathering techniques to ensure proper solution design (workshops, focus groups, questionnaires, surveys, etc.)
Training Content Creation & Training
- Develop interesting and easy to access training materials / tips for how to work with the various tools and systems available to employees
- Coach and mentor supervisors/leaders/managers/process engineers to improve analytical capabilities across our manufacturing sites
- Develop processes and standards for reporting and analytics that others can adopt and follow
- Listen to feedback from frontline employees on how to improve the systems we use to drive our business
- Create training videos and content that is visually appealing and easy to understand
Qualifications
- Postsecondary education in Data Science and Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, Software Engineering, or similar field of study
- Formal training and understanding of Lean Six Sigma methodologies
- 2-4 years of Reporting experience:
- Designing and implementing reporting solutions (Excel, PowerBI, Alteryx, etc.)
- Querying SQL/NoSQL databases and RESTful APIs
- Designing, developing, and communicating KPIs to business stakeholders
- Creating mockups and prototypes to facilitate report design
- Soliciting requirements from various stakeholders
- Developing reporting solutions that are scalable, sustainable, and easy to maintain
- Exposure to (OLSoft Pi, PARCview, ITop / RtDuet, JD Edwards) would be an asset
- Advanced skills in data analysis (SSMS, SSAS, Power BI, SQL Server, Excel, MS Power Apps, MS Power Automate, etc.)
- Data Modelling
- Any App development (iOS, Android, MS Power Apps)
- Competency in creating technical training materials for reporting and analytics
- Effective change management and conflict resolution skills
About Us
Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.
We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.
Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.
We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
About The Team
At Irving Tissue , we know the key to success is our people.
We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products – including national brands Royale® in Canada and Scotties® in the US – and private label.
We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers.
Our parent company – J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. Each year, its forest operations harvest less than 2 percent of the forest it manages, ensuring that the company grows more wood than it harvests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the J.D. Irving Forest Supply Chain has been declared carbon neutral.