Data Analyst I

Contract Duration: 1 year, possible extension • Location: Little Canada, MN • Work Arrangement: Onsite • Pay Range: $29 - 31/hr

About the role

Seeking a detail-oriented Data Analyst to support quality and operational excellence initiatives across medical device manufacturing and product development. This role is responsible for analyzing quality data related to components, materials, suppliers, and services to ensure compliance with established standards and regulatory requirements. The Data Analyst will leverage data-driven insights to identify trends, support continuous improvement efforts, and help maintain the highest levels of product quality and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Analyze quality data for components, raw materials, finished products, suppliers, and services to ensure adherence to quality standards.
• Collect, validate, and interpret large data sets from manufacturing, quality, and operational systems.
• Develop and maintain quality metrics, dashboards, and reports to monitor performance and identify trends.
• Apply statistical analysis, sampling methods, testing methodologies, and quality measures to evaluate product and process effectiveness.
• Investigate quality trends, deviations, and non-conformances, providing actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Supplier Quality teams to support quality initiatives.
• Assist in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) activities through data-driven findings.
• Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory submissions by providing analysis and documentation as needed.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements through data analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Business Analytics, Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in data analysis, quality analytics, manufacturing analytics, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Experience working with statistical methods, sampling techniques, and quality measurement systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data visualization/reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• Experience querying and managing data using SQL.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the medical device, healthcare, pharmaceutical, or highly regulated manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of quality management systems (QMS) and regulatory standards such as FDA, ISO 13485, or GMP.
• Experience with statistical software and data analysis tools.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, quality testing, and supplier quality management.

Skills

• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Statistical Analysis
• Quality Metrics & KPI Development
• Data Visualization (Power BI, Tableau)
• SQL & Database Querying
• Sampling & Testing Methodologies
• Root Cause Analysis
• Quality Assurance & Compliance
• Continuous Improvement
• Cross-Functional Collaboration