Blue Bird Corporation · 4 hours ago
Business Analyst, Operations
Macon, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expBlue Bird Corporation is a technology leader and innovator of school buses, focusing on safety, reliability, and durability. The Business Analyst - Operations is responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, implementing new systems, and collaborating with various teams to enhance operational efficiency.
AutomotiveConsumerManufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead efforts to optimize processes and enable efficient operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment
Participate in meetings with decision makers, systems owners, business users and business partners to identify opportunities where DM/MES/SFC solutions can achieve business, financial, and operation goals
Participate in planning, design and review sessions for the purpose of enhancing processes, operations, and information process flow utilizing DM/MES/SFC solutions
Perform cost-benefit and return on investment analyses for proposed solutions to aid management in making implementation decisions
Assist in defining software development project plans, including scoping, scheduling, and implementation
Manage projects where DM/MES/SFC solutions can achieve business, financial, and operation goals
Establish strong working relationships with leadership and operations teams within various business groups inside and outside the organization to achieve objectives
Chart existing business processes in order to define current business activities for the development of procedures and models
Develop, standardize, and maintain new or improved processes based on findings and analysis
Effectively communicate process changes, enhancements, and modifications – verbally or through written documentation – to management, peers, staff, and other employees so that issues and solutions are understood
Coordinate and perform in-depth tests, including end-user reviews, for modified and new processes, and other post-implementation support
Provide configuration and user support for DM/MES/SFC systems
Ensure compatibility and interoperability of computing systems
Assist with the development and maintenance of user manuals and guidelines
Assist with training of end users to operate new or modified systems
Provide guidance and/or instruction to IT staff members
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree, Information Technology, Computer Science, Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent work experience
A minimum of 2-3 years of experience with DM/MES/SFC applications within a manufacturing environment
A minimum of 1-2 years of experience working with end users to translate business requirements into system specifications
All candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Value Stream Mapping
Extensive experience in supporting DM/MES/SFC applications
Strong understanding of PLC, Control Systems, Robotics and machine interfaces
Strong understanding of manufacturing applications that include ERP, Time Tracking, QMS, Resource Management, Project and Portfolio Management
Strong understanding of integration touch points between ERP and MES
Strong understanding of CAD interface and engineering job functions
Experience with business and technical requirements analysis, business process modeling/mapping, methodology development, and data modeling
Experience in the design, development, and implementation of software and hardware solutions, applications, or products
Experience interviewing end-users for insight on functionality, interface, problems, and/or usability issues
Proven ability to produce clear, concise, and accurate documentation detailing business processes and requirements
Proven ability of providing quality deliverables on time and within budgets
Ability to apply statistical and other research methods into systems issues and products as required
Experience in leading / managing specific pieces of work, people and/or deliverables
Must be able to handle and deliver multiple projects and solutions under pressure
Strong IT general knowledge
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to conduct and direct research into IT issues and products as required
Ability to present ideas in a business-friendly and user-friendly language
Highly self-motivated and directed
Keen attention to detail
Proven analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
Exceptional customer service orientation
Extensive experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Preferred
Business Analyst experience, preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
14 paid holidays
Vacation time
401k matching
Company
Blue Bird Corporation
Blue Bird offers a complete line of Type A, C and D school buses in a variety of options and configurations.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$196.9MKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2024-07-11Grant· $80M
2023-09-11Post Ipo Secondary· $52.5M
2022-11-28Post Ipo Debt· $60M
Leadership Team
John Wyskiel
President & CEO
Recent News
Business Wire
2025-12-29
MarketScreener
2025-11-10
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