Change Analyst

The role, at a glance:

The Change Analyst is accountable for the accuracy, timeliness, and performance of change requests, change orders, and new product introductions (NPI). They work to continuously improve these processes to improve performance. They assist Manufacturing Engineering with analysis of key performance indicators for major changes to production. 

How you’ll contribute: 

• Accountable for implementing changes (change requests, change orders, and NPI) accurately and on-time, and verifying deliverables from all areas and departments. 
• Assures changes are complete, accurate, and not impactful to production. 
• Liable for data input of production control, inventory control, and product information related to engineering change order (ECO) and NPI activities. 
• Maintains pace of changes to meet implementation dates and escalates when necessary. 
• Responsible for measuring, maintaining, and improving change order and NPI processes. 
• Performs root cause analysis and implements corrective actions for change order and NPI failures. 
• Documents and trains employees on ECO and NPI processes. 

You’ll also support with: 

• Providing feedback to PLM and ERP analysts and developers with regards to additional functionality. 
• Facilitating ECO meetings to update stakeholders on pending changes, change aging reports, process changes, and other relevant info. 
• Identifying opportunities and lead manufacturing process improvements. 
• Providing metrics and analysis related to continuous improvement projects in production. 
• Other duties as assigned.

A successful candidate should have: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to engineering or manufacturing, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 to 5 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. 
• Ability to implement corrective actions and identify root causes. 
• Ability to create and interpret process flow diagrams. 
• Excellent communication skills in English. 
• Working knowledge of ECO and NPI processes, ERP and PLM systems. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, and SharePoint). 
• Demonstrates excellent organizational and interpersonal skills and can work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and diffuse challenging situations using acceptable and appropriate methods. 
• Able to multi-task and be flexible in a dynamic work environment while maintaining strong attention to detail. 
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment. 
• May be required to alternate schedules to meet production goals. 
• Must be available to work over-time and weekends when needed. 

Some nice-to-haves: 

• Working knowledge of AX 2012 and Agile PLM. 
• Training in and experience with Lean manufacturing principles. 
• Ability to perform Suppliers Input Processes Outputs Customers (SIPOC) analysis. 

Work environment: 

• This is an onsite position based in Tigard, OR. 
• Ability to lift 10 lbs. frequently and up to 25 lbs. periodically. 
• Routine use of standard office equipment. 
• Stand or sit for long periods. 
• Ability to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as required in designated areas. 

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision 
• 3 weeks annual PTO and 9 paid holidays 
• 401(k) + matching 
• Employer-paid base life insurance, short, and long-term disability 
• Health savings accounts (with Biamp contribution) and flexible spending accounts 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Discretionary profit-sharing 
• Referral bonuses 
• Charitable donation matching

We make the world’s most extraordinary audio and video solutions. For over 40 years, Biamp has created and innovated professional audiovisual solutions that enable great communication. From the smallest of rooms to the largest of venues, we empower true human connection in every space.

As we grow to meet our customers’ needs and evolve to address the challenges of tomorrow, one guiding principle remains the same:

Biamp connects people through extraordinary audiovisual experiences.

About our company:

At Biamp, we believe the employment relationship should be reciprocal. We want you to love your job, and we want your expertise and knowledge to help drive our business forward. We champion a supportive and dynamic environment filled with passionate people who choose continuous improvement over perfection. We insist on clear, explicit decision making, believe in taking calculated risks, and celebrate tough decisions even when they don’t succeed. We look for people who desire the best from themselves and encourage the same from their coworkers. Our commitment to one another and to the common goal is the most consistent reliable path to recurring success for all of us.