Data Technician

Avalonpontoons; Alma (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pontoon manufacturer is looking for an experienced Data Technician to manage and maintain accurate product data within their ERP system. The successful candidate will support engineering and production operations, ensuring precision in bill of materials and all related documentation. Ideal applicants will possess an associate's degree in a relevant field and have previous experience in data management. The role involves direct collaboration with various departments and the ability to handle multiple projects efficiently.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing data management or engineering support preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems preferred.
• Proficiency reading technical drawings and schematics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor reports daily to prevent production issues.
• Update bill of materials and pricing inside ordering systems.
• Collaborate with Sales and IT to resolve ordering system issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational abilities

Education

Associate’s degree in engineering technology or related field

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Avalon and Tahoe - Alma, MI 48901

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 2 Year Degree

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Information Technology

Job Summary

The Data Technician is responsible for creating, maintaining, and updating accurate product data and BOM records within the company’s ERP or manufacturing system. This role supports engineering, production, and purchasing teams by ensuring all parts, assemblies, and materials used in pontoon boat manufacturing are correctly documented and organized for efficient production and cost control.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitoring a variety of reports daily to prevent problems before they affect the production team while also fielding emails and miscellaneous requests from production to ensure drawings & bill of materials are accurate.
• Tasks may include, but are not limited to:
  • Updating bill of materials and/or part rules.
  • Revising pricing inside ordering system.
  • Collaborating with Sales and IT departments to fix issues with ordering system.
  • Identifying affected orders & adjusting as necessary.
  • Working with key production personnel to ensure accuracy of cutlist information.
  • Sending out change orders.
• Collaborating with key people involved with our annual model change to ensure accuracy of data.
• Tasks may include, but are not limited to:
  • Loading boat options and pricing in ordering system.
  • Ensuring all new parts are added to bill of materials with appropriate rules.
  • Updating yields in bill of materials to accommodate changes.
  • Updating bill of material groups for new boats based on new boat drawings.
  • Creating new manufactured part #s.
  • Setting up bill of material structure for upcoming model year.
  • Calculating costing for upcoming model year bill of materials.
  • Maintaining dealer book documents.
• Providing answers to internal departments regarding bill of material questions for current and past model years.
• Completing BOM & rules projects as delegated by Data Integration Manager to revise, verify and/or simplify BOMs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in engineering technology, Manufacturing, Data Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing data management or engineering support preferred.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications required.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems preferred.
• Proficiency reading technical drawings and schematics preferred.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a team-oriented environment.

Physical Requirements and Environment

• Must be physically capable of safely lifting a minimum of 25 lbs. without assistance.
• Involves standing, squatting, bending, twisting and sitting for long periods as required.
• Involves prolonged use of computer keyboard and monitor.