Millwork Order Specialist

Drexel Building Supply, Inc.; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP Shares

Profit Sharing

401k

Job summary

Drexel Building Supply, Inc. is seeking a Production Planner to manage product and order flow, BOM reviews, and manufacturing paperwork while supporting purchasing and cross-functional teams.

You will help protect gross margins by ensuring accurate orders, timely paperwork, and proactive communication with Buyers, Scheduling, and Category Managers. A collaborative, growth-minded mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience reviewing KMFG BOMs and ensuring order accuracy.
• Ability to generate manufacturing shop paperwork and process changes with high attention to detail.
• Support purchasing by reviewing orders, coordinating with buyers/vendors, and handling returns.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply millwork product & application knowledge.
• Manage manufacturing shop paperwork and changes; submit special order requests to buyers/vendors.
• Review BOMs for errors and ensure 100% review when needed; assist peers with order reviews.
• Coordinate with Buyers, Scheduling, and other departments on special orders and expedites.
• Train and mentor teammates; participate in SOP updates and cross-functional huddles.

Skills

BOM review

Manufacturing paperwork

Purchasing support

Order entry

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentorship

Job description

Description

The Drexel Way:

We don't just sell lumber, we Supply. Happiness. Drexel is Team Member-owned and community-driven. With six retail hubs and three manufacturing plants across Wisconsin, we've been a Top Workplace every year since 2011. Why? Because we hire for heart and train for skill. When you join Team Blue, you aren't just a team member - you're an owner.

The Mission:

The Production Planner is the engine that drives order accuracy, shop readiness, and material flow. Active in the daily details of order entry, Bill of Material (BOM) reviews, purchasing, and manufacturing paperwork generation, you bring a positive, winning attitude to every project. By mastering product knowledge & application, manufacturing capabilities & shop flow, and vendor configurators, you ensure orders are processed promptly and accurately, protecting gross margins while serving as a trusted partner to Quarterbacks, Scheduling, Buyers, Pricing Planning & Production.

Defining the Role:

• Product & Order Management: Learn and apply millwork product & application knowledge, understand the ordering process flow for stock, special order & manufacturing orders.
• Manufacturing & Purchasing Support: Generate manufacturing shop paperwork, execute requested paperwork changes, submit special order requests to buyers/vendors, review order acknowledgments with high detail, and process returns.
• BOM & Quality Assurance: Review KMFG BOMs to identify errors/discrepancies, submit orders for 100% review when needed, and assist peers with thorough order reviews.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with Buyers to flag special order materials, collaborate with Scheduling on expedites, communicate with QBs, and manage specific account nuances.
• Continuous Improvement & Mentorship: Train and mentor teammates, support development day training, assist with department SOP creation/upkeep, participate in huddles/tacticals/LSP kickoffs, and share trends with Category Managers.

What Success Looks Like:

• Order & Paperwork Accuracy: Zero order entry errors and discrepancies on KMFG shop floor paperwork and vendor POs.
• Turnaround & Expedite Speed: Orders, POs, and paperwork changes processed promptly within 24-48hr commitment.
• BOM Integrity & Quality Review: High defect-catch rate on BOMs; complete compliance with order processing standards.
• Cross-Functional Satisfaction: High satisfaction scores and positive energy when working with QBs, Scheduling, Buyers, Category Managers & other departments.

The Drexel Advantage:

The Wealth-Builder (Ownership)

• ESOP Shares: We don't just work here; we own the place. You'll earn a real stake in the company's success.
• Profit Sharing: When Drexel wins, our team wins.
• 401k: A solid foundation for your long-term retirement goals.

Health & Well-Being

• Comprehensive Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to keep you and your family "weather-proof".
• Fitness Reimbursements: Annual funds dedicated to your physical health and family activities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support when life gets complex.

Life & Legacy

• Immediate Paid Time Off: Start with Holiday and Vacation pay from day one.
• Scholarship Program: We're invested in the next generation—educational support for the children of our team members.
• Annual Charity Match: We'll double your impact on the causes you care about most.

The "Drexel" Lifestyle

• Birthday PTO: A paid day off to celebrate you.
• Product Discounts: Special pricing on the high-quality materials we sell.
• Plus More: A constant stream of "fun little perks" that make our branch a great place to be.

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