Data Analyst - Statistical Process Trending (Softwares Skills Req'd: Advanced Excel with Minitab / PowerBI)

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Job description

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world's most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.

Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we're working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world's biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.

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The Data Analyst is responsible for effectively and professionally collecting and storing data related to production numbers, delivery, productivity, or other behaviors. This role brings technical expertise to ensure the quality and accuracy of data, and the ability to then process, design, and present it in ways to help people, businesses, and organizations make better decisions.

This position is part of manufacturing and operations activities located in Lodi, CA; hybrid/remote role(s) are possible.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Mine and interpret technical data sets and influence manufacturing decisions based on the results
• Summarize trends using visual management tools
• Handle master data, including creation, updates, and deletion
• Provide quality assurance of imported data and work with quality assurance analysts as necessary; commission and decommission data sets
• Process confidential data and information according to guidelines

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with at least 2 years work experience as a data analyst, or in a related field, OR minimum 5 years relevant work experience
• Must be able review large data sets quickly and identify issues that impact manufacturing
• Proficient in methodologies and processes for running large-scale databases -- Advanced Excel experience is a must
• Must be focused, organized and attentive to detail; ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and exhibit a positive, can-do attitude

Preferred:

• Master's degree in a relevant field (with 0-2 years related experience)
• Experience with visual data management tools, e.g. Power BI and/or Minitab
• Demonstrated experience in handling large data sets and relational databases
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and/or within manufacturing operations
• General understanding of molecular biology or molecular diagnostic products

Cepheid, a Danaher company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com .

When you join us, you'll also be joining Danaher's global organization, where 69,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you'll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies require all US and Puerto Rico employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to reasonable accommodation as required by law.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at to request accommodation.

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