System Analyst (Hartland, WI, US, 53029) presso Smart Lifting & Motion Control Solutions | Columbus McKinnon

Job Summary/Overview

We are seeking a System Analyst with expertise in Epicor Kinetic ERP to join our Information Systems team. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong background in manufacturing and production control systems. You will be responsible for analyzing, enhancing, and supporting business systems to meet evolving operational needs. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, test, and implement solutions within the Epicor ERP to support or enhance manufacturing and business operations. 
• Collaborate with end-users to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications. 
• Develop and maintain documentation, workflows, and training materials. 
• Lead or support testing efforts (unit, integration, and user acceptance). 
• Ensure compliance with SOX, audit, and data security standards. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.  
   

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of implementing, configuring, and supporting Manufacturing, Purchasing, Inventory and Shipping processes. 
• Familiarity with Order Entry, Engineering and Accounting is a plus. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of the company as well as internal and external customers. 
• Proficient in relational database concepts – including Microsoft T-SQL queries, SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS). 
• Understanding of programming logic and experience with low-code customization. 
• Change, Incident, and Problem management experience with an IS Service Desk platform. 
• Adherence to audit, SOX compliance, and data security policies.  
• Strong Project Management skills and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) concepts. 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field OR equivalent combination of 10+ years of experience and industry-recognized certifications (e.g., CMS, CPE, CPIM, CSCP). 
• 4+ years of experience in IT within the manufacturing sector. 
• Strong knowledge of Epicor Kinetic or similar ERP systems. 
• Proficiency in SQL, SSRS, and relational database concepts. 
• Experience with project management and the software development life cycle (SDLC).  
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.