Operations Lead Project Specialist

Quest Global; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Job summary

Quest Global in Rockford, IL is seeking a production support specialist to join our supply chain team and help keep manufacturing schedules flowing. You will review orders, manage actions, and coordinate with plant sites to resolve issues and ensure timely delivery.

The ideal candidate has an AS or BA/BS in business, supply chain, or a technical field with 2–3 years of related experience, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with SAP or MRPs.

Qualifications

• BS or BA in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or technical field with 2–3 years of experience preferred.
• Minimum AS degree with 5+ years of production support experience or equivalent.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools is required (intermediate Excel).
• Experience with SAP or other MRP system strongly preferred.
• Self‑motivated and very detail oriented.
• Excellent project management skills are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend department meetings, manage actions, and conduct follow‑up with owners.
• Review the Open Order Book and continually update/add any new PN to our Plant Site.
• Assist in driving PRA’s and run X‑Charts to identify issues.
• Review the BOM and Material Status Holds.
• Help facility Work Transfer discussions.
• Review Contract Holds on Customer Orders and work with team to resolve.
• Ensure orders are level loaded if Plant sites indicate current schedule cannot be supported.
• Manage action items and drive to closure.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Detail oriented

Project management

Self-motivated

Communication

MS Office

Education

BS or BA in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or technical field

AS degree with 5+ years of production support experience

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

Job description

Who We Are

Quest Global delivers world‑class end‑to‑end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi‑dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large‑scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi‑tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

Job Requirements

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

What You Will Do

• Attend department meetings, manage actions, and conduct follow‑up with owners
• Review the Open Order Book and continually update/add any new PN to our Plant Site
• Assist in driving PRA’s and run X‑Charts to identify issues
• Review the BOM and Material Status Holds
• Help facility Work Transfer discussions
• Review Contract Holds on Customer Orders and work with team to resolve
• Ensure orders are level loaded if Plant sites indicate current schedule cannot be supported
• Manage action items and drive to closure

What You Will Bring

• BS or BA Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Technical related field with 2‑3 years’ experience preferred
• Minimum AS degree with 5+ years of production support experience or equivalent
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools is required (minimum intermediate level with Excel)
• Experience with SAP or other MRP system strongly preferred
• Self‑motivated and very detail oriented
• Excellent project management skills are highly preferred

Pay Range: $78,000 - $80,000 per year

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job‑related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements

• You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours.
• Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Travel Requirements

Minimal travel between assembly plant and test plant.

Citizenship Requirement

Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability