Operations Coordinator

nVent; Troutman (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Well-being program

Job summary

nVent in Troutman, North Carolina, is seeking an Operations Coordinator to support production schedules and maintain inventory levels. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree and experience in inventory control or manufacturing.

Responsibilities include preparing operational reports, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and maintaining safety protocols. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in inventory control, materials handling, or manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to work with a flexible schedule depending on business needs.
• Ability to lift 50 plus pounds and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support the Operations Manager to coordinate production schedules.
• Track inventory levels and communicate shortages.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports.

Skills

Basic reading, writing, and math skills

Good communication skills

Computer skills (data entry, Microsoft Office)

Multi-tasking and organizational skills

Attention to detail

Basic blueprint reading skills

Measuring tool skills

Education

Associate degree in Business, Operations Management, or related field

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:

• Support the Operations Manager to coordinate and monitor production schedules to ensure timely completion of manufacturing orders.
• Track inventory levels of manufacturing operations supplies for production; communicate shortages or delays to the Operations Manager.
• Operations cycle counter and investigate discrepancies with Operations leadership.
• Assist in planning and implementing operations improvements to increase efficiency to reduce waste.
• Maintain accurate records of production data, downtime, and resource utilization for Daily Management System (DMS).
• Collaborate with quality assurance to ensure compliance with product specifications and standards.
• Verify and continuously update work instructions and training documents to ensure accuracy and alignment with current processes.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports for management review.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal departments regarding production status and priorities.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and company policies throughout the plant.
• Additional duties as assigned.

YOU HAVE:

• Academic background in:
  • Associate degree in Business, Operations Management, or related field; or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in or with:
  • Previous inventory control, materials handling, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Skills:
  • Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
  • Good communication skills both verbal and written, with customers, associates, and management personnel.
  • Computer skills, including data entry, retrieval, and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Multi-tasking, organizational, and exercising initiative skills.
  • Self‑starter, strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Basic blueprint reading skills.
  • Measuring tool skills (Dial indicators, Micrometer, and Caliber).
  • Reliability and attendance skills.
• Abilities to meet the physical and environmental demands:
  • Ability to work with a flexible schedule depending on business needs.
  • Ability to respond calmly and effectively to pressure.
  • Ability to work effectively in a TEAM environment.
  • Ability to lift 50 plus pounds; ability to bend, twist, reach, climb, pull, push, stand and squat.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full‑time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short‑term and long‑term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan – both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back‑up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well‑being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.