Business Process Control Analyst

When it comes to being wild, we know a thing or two. We're not afraid of trying something new or the hard work it takes to make it happen. It's in our DNA. We've turned a family recipe into a new snacking category. And the wilderness into the world's largest meat snack business, that's still proudly family owned and operated.

We're a company built by innovators, and are driven to not only satisfy your hunger, but to also feed your journey – whether that journey is on the road, on the run, at the campground, at the playground, in the office or in the moment. It’s a journey we share with you. It’s the journey forward of our people, of our communities, of our category…with a reverence for quality and an irreverence for the status quo.

 At Jack Link's Protein Snacks, we see every moment of every day as an opportunity to move forward, to forge new ground. To realize our vision of becoming the World’s #1 Protein Snack Company. We never give up. You never give up. Together, we keep going. Are you wild enough to join us?

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s Protein Snacks also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company is made up of over 4,000 passionate team members, across 11 countries, who share an uncompromising commitment to delivering awesome products and feeding the journey of those who move things forward. The Jack Link’s Protein Snacks portfolio of brands includes, Jack Link’s, Lorissa’s Kitchen, BiFi, Peperami, Wild River, Golden Island and Country Fresh Meats.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The responsibilities of the Business Process Control Analyst will work alongside the Plant Department Managers and Supervisors providing operations business process leadership and business system expertise at the plant level. Coordinates and documents the movement of all materials in and out of the production areas with the help of the department material handlers. Works closely with both the department leads and supervisor to ensure all materials are accounted for and transactions made in a timely manner. Fulfills responsibilities in accordance with the company policies and procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

The duties and responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:

PRODUCTION AND INVENTORY ANALYSIS

• Actively monitor business processes, ensure data integrity by controlling daily, weekly, and period reporting for cost efforts, and security needs for the plant 
• Review business process documentation and update where necessary on a regular basis
• Work closely with warehouse and operations leadership including their teams to help Identify root cause of data transaction errors in a timely manner including any remediation of errors 
•  Identify and/or suggest improvements including documenting and supporting related activities
• Provide implementation and ongoing support of new and existing plant operations business processes including SAP & Scanner training
• Deliver plant business software application training at a one-on-one level, as needed
• Provide On-Site leadership by initiating, monitoring, and minimizing risk mitigation in the event of business system failure through adequate planning

PRODUCTION READINESS AND REPORTING

• Follow daily production schedule & Bill-Of-Material (BOM) list to ensure achievement of specified goals
• Manage with Procurement all raw & packaging materials to ensure availability in the correct location for on time start-ups
• Complete reporting for: Write-Off including Obsolete Provisions, Cycle Counting Changes, Scrap Transactions, Line Labor Analysis, Budgeting Needs and Trial Costs

TRANSACTION INTEGRITY

• Ensure inventory input from location-to-location movements are made accurately and timely
• Ensure all raw & packaging materials are correctly labeled and identified for proper disposition
• Complete material cycle counting at required intervals as determined by finance and management
• Control data entry of inventory transactions
• Ensure accuracy of daily paperwork before settlement of process orders

GOOD MANUFACTURING PRACTICES AND OTHER

• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work/storage areas
• Ensure safety devices are installed and working properly
• Adhere to company safety policies; wear and maintain safety equipment
• Adhere to company personnel policies
• Follow good manufacturing practices, along with company SOP’s and SSOP’s
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary

PRODUCTION AND CUSTOMER CONFORMANCE

• Coordinate with floor leads and supervisors for the training of all team members on use of BOM’s
• Ensure product conforms to customers’ specification

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Required Experience:        

• 1+ years of experience working within a manufacturing environment.
• 1+ years of experience working with and transacting within the ERP system of SAP or equivalent.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word; experience working with graphics
• Data entry experience
• 2+ years of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) experience

Preferred:               

• 2 years or more ERP including SAP experience.
• Experience working with Bill of Materials and Cycle Counting

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to analyze data/inventory.
• Ability to multi-task in a challenging environment
• Specific attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.
• Demonstrated initiative-taking style ensures the timely completion of projects despite obstacles.
• Actively seek to utilize a “Collaborative Team Approach” in all situations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; must work effectively with all levels of leadership and team members.
• Able to read and write legibly.

The starting rate for this role is $18.58 - $25.54(Hourly). Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the Team Member is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The Team Member is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The Team Member must occasionally lift and/or more up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant/office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet/slippery floors. However, the vast amount of work is conducted in a climate-controlled office. Travel may be required.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY:
Jack Link’s is participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.  For information about the E-Verify program, please visit:  http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.