Operations Assistant

Jobot; Tega Cay (SC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee recognition

PV panel purchase

Generous time off

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Permanent Operations Assistant to support manufacturing production. You will manage document control, purchase activities, and production planning to ensure smooth operations and timely project completion.

Responsibilities include scheduling, materials management, supplier coordination, and cost-control efforts while upholding safety and quality standards across the plant.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in a similar manufacturing role.
• Experience with document control and blanket orders.
• Ability to create and maintain production schedules.
• Strong materials management and production planning experience.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee document control for production records.
• Manage blanket orders and supplier negotiations.
• Create and distribute production schedules.
• Control inventory, storage, and distribution.
• Coordinate cross‑department production planning.
• Implement process improvements to boost efficiency.
• Ensure safety and quality compliance.
• Assist budgeting and cost-saving initiatives.
• Report production progress to management.

Skills

Document control procedures

Production scheduling

Materials management

Problem solving

Team collaboration

MS Office

Education

Business Administration

Tools

MS Office Suite

Production management software

Job description

Join a state of the art electronics manufacturer as they add to their Operations team! Great Benefits, growth opportunities and culture!

Salary: $24 - $32 per hour

Jobot Job is hosted by: Mathew Fallon

Growing and dynamic organization that is involved in the design, development, and manufacturing of electrical energy products. We manufacture locally for the North American market, drawing on extensive industry experience and established technologies to deliver high-quality solutions.

Benefits

• Generous 401(k) Retirement Plan!
• Great Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans!
• Tuition Reimbursement Program!
• Employee Recognition Programs!
• Employee PV Panel Purchase Program!
• Aggressive time off plans!

Job Details

We are currently seeking a dynamic and highly-experienced Permanent Operations Assistant to join our thriving manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in ensuring our production operations run smoothly and efficiently. This role is integral to our success, offering an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within our organization. The successful candidate will have a strong background in Document Control procedure, production team purchasing activities & blanket orders, creating, maintaining, and distributing schedules for production, and managing materials and production planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee document control procedures to ensure all production-related documents and records are maintained accurately and updated regularly.
• Handle production team purchasing activities, including managing blanket orders, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring timely delivery of materials.
• Develop, maintain, and distribute production schedules to ensure efficient use of resources and timely completion of projects.
• Oversee the materials management process, including inventory control, storage, distribution, and disposal.
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure seamless production planning, addressing any potential issues promptly and effectively.
• Monitor production processes and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety and quality standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Assist in preparing and managing the production budget, tracking expenses, and implementing cost‑saving measures.
• Provide regular reports on production activities, progress, and issues to senior management.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 years of experience in a similar role within the manufacturing industry.
• Solid understanding and experience in Document Control procedure, production team purchasing activities & blanket orders.
• Proven experience in creating, maintaining, and distributing schedules for production.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in materials management and production planning.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in using various software applications, including MS Office Suite and production management software.
• Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field is preferred.
• Relevant certifications in operations management, supply chain management, or related field will be an added advantage.

Equal Opportunity

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.