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Clayton Homes

Lead Cost Analyst

Perris, CA · On-site

Identify plant and cost department problems and will develop and implement improvement solutions. Lead Cost Analyst will work with plant management to determine and resolve plant processes, take a ...

Rehrig Pacific Company

Plant Engineer

Buckeye, AZ · On-site

Analyze plant equipment and processes and develop action plans that improve plant performance. * Identify operational gaps and provide insight and recommended actions to local management. * Lead ...

Rehrig Pacific Company

Plant Engineer

Buckeye, AZ · On-site

Analyze plant equipment and processes and develop action plans that improve plant performance. * Identify operational gaps and provide insight and recommended actions to local management. * Lead ...

Rehrig Pacific

Plant Engineer

Buckeye, AZ · On-site

Analyze plant equipment and processes and develop action plans that improve plant performance. * Identify operational gaps and provide insight and recommended actions to local management. * Lead ...

Mohawk Industries

Assistant Plant Controller

Calhoun, GA · On-site

Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement. * Assist in the development and preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts for the plant. * Monitor ...

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Bob Evans Foods

Plant Controller

Rigby, ID · On-site

$91K - $114K/yr

Analyze daily and weekly downtime results to quantify financial impact and support operational root ... the plant. * Analyze financial one-offs, variances, and trends, and communicate risks ...

Bob Evans Foods

Plant Controller

Rigby, ID · On-site

$91K - $114K/yr

Analyze daily and weekly downtime results to quantify financial impact and support operational root ... the plant. * Analyze financial one-offs, variances, and trends, and communicate risks ...

Post Holdings, Inc.

Plant Controller

Rigby, ID · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

The Plant Controller provides financial leadership for month-end close, forecasting, annual ... Analyze daily and weekly downtime results to quantify financial impact and support operational root ...

Rehrig Pacific Company, Inc.

Plant Engineer

Buckeye, AZ · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Areas of Accountabilities Lead continuous improvement initiatives in the plant Analyze plant equipment and processes and develop action plans that improve plant performance. Identify operational gaps ...

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How much do plant analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for plant analyst in the United States is $73,632.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,000.00 and $95,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical challenges faced by a plant analyst when working with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment?

Plant Analysts often collaborate with production, engineering, and finance teams to analyze operational data and identify areas for process improvement. A common challenge is bridging communication gaps between departments that may have different priorities or technical backgrounds. To succeed, Plant Analysts must translate data insights into actionable recommendations that resonate with each team’s objectives. Building strong relationships and maintaining clear, open communication are key to effectively implementing changes and achieving plant-wide efficiency goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a plant analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Plant Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, a background in industrial engineering or related fields, and proficiency in data analysis. Familiarity with ERP systems, advanced Excel, and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are standout soft skills for this position. These qualifications enable Plant Analysts to optimize production processes, drive operational efficiency, and support informed decision-making in manufacturing environments.

What is the difference between Plant Analyst vs Plant Technician?

AspectPlant AnalystPlant Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, or related field; certifications like EPA or OSHA may be preferredAssociate's degree or technical certification; hands-on training often provided on the job
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, laboratories, or plant sites; focus on data analysis and reportingIndustrial plant floors, maintenance areas; focus on equipment operation and troubleshooting
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, energy, environmental consulting firmsPower plants, manufacturing facilities, water treatment plants

While both roles support plant operations, Plant Analysts primarily focus on data analysis, environmental compliance, and reporting, whereas Plant Technicians handle equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational tasks on-site. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Plant Analyst job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,632 per year, or $35.4 per hour.

Plant Radiological Integration Engineer

System One

Bellevue, WA • Remote

$69 - $115/hr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Plant Radiological Integration Engineer Location: Bellevue, WA Type: Contract Compensation: $69.00 – $115.00 Work Model: Remote – offsite Hours: 40.0 System One is hiring a Plant Radiological Integration Engineer to provide the following services that will focus on Nuclear Island System, Structure and Component (SSC) design integration with plant radiological design, analysis, and shielding requirements. The successful candidate will integrate and coordinate with engineers working on SSC designs that interface with plant analysis. The Plant Radiological Integration Engineer will work as part of a high-performing team of engineers and scientists. Responsibilities

  • Coordinate between design teams working on plant source term and radiological release analysis, risk analysis, plant operations and SSC radiological shielding design teams.
  • Work between analysis and design teams to ensure alignment between assumptions and considerations made in radiological analysis and ongoing SSC design work.
  • Develop Radiation Protection/Shielding design guidance and procedures.
  • Generate program documents related to Radiation Protection, Shielding and training.
  • Understand assumptions and considerations made by the radiological analysis teams, and ensure assumptions are visible and are being implemented by operations and design teams.
  • Pursue optimization requests from operations and design teams to radiological analyses and shielding teams.
  • Lead cross cutting analysis and design decisions.
  • Coordinate and review plant analyses and integrate the results into plant design delivery.
  • Interface with and support radiological licensing activities associated with Safety Analysis Reports.
  • Support design reviews as plant system and subsystem designs are established and refined.
Requirements
  • B.S. in Nuclear, Mechanical, Electrical or related discipline from an accredited university.
  • 10+ years of direct experience in design, analysis and/or operations related to radiological protection/health physics at an operating commercial nuclear facility.
  • Relevant experience in design of radiation protection elements in a nuclear application.
  • Relevant experience in shielding and source term analysis.
  • Experience performing complex geometry analyses with Monte Carlo N-Particle (MCNP) code.
  • Experience in multi-discipline and multi-organization design integration required.
  • Previous experience with nuclear reactors, nuclear handling process systems, or similar high-performance systems or equipment design.
  • Excellent technical writing, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Attention to detail and aspiration for technical excellence.
  • Candidate must be a self-starter and possess ability to coordinate and lead a design team’s effort with minimal direction.
  • Ability to handle projects that include many competing objectives and design constraints, with ability to resolve conflicts between objectives.
  • Ability to work on simultaneous tasks that require a multi-disciplinary approach.
  • Experience working to quality standards on design activities, such as ASME NQA-1 or ISO 9001.
  • Strong communication skills desired.
  • High degree of trust and integrity, with open communication and respect to foster teamwork.
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan. System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #M- #LI- Ref: #161-Managed Staffing Charlotte

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System One helps employers get work done more efficiently and economically without compromising quality. Over our 35+ year history, we've helped connect thousands of talented people with innovative companies. The excitement of a perfect fit motivates us every single day.

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Business consulting services and recruiting and staffing services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Pittsburgh, PA, US

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