Operations Support Specialist

Addison Group; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking a Materials Support Specialist in Glendale Heights, IL to help ensure materials and information are available to keep production moving. You’ll work in an office setting but interact with the manufacturing floor, learning systems and processes, and building relationships across departments.

The role emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting shipping, purchasing, and operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience in a fast-paced work environment.
• Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, logistics, or order processing is a plus.
• Basic Excel skills.
• Comfortable working with numbers and performing basic calculations.

Responsibilities

• Enter and update inventory, material, and production information.
• Compare inventory records against physical materials and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare and review production documentation.
• Communicate material requirements to the appropriate departments.
• Track incoming materials and follow up on outstanding items.
• Assist with coordinating materials between storage and production areas.
• Communicate changes in production needs and priorities.
• Work with shipping and logistics teams regarding order status.
• Assist with basic production and inventory reporting; maintain accurate spreadsheets and records.
• Escalate shortages, errors, delays, or other concerns.
• Provide administrative and coordination support to the operations team.
• Assist with special projects and process improvements.
• Build relationships with employees across production and office departments.

Skills

Numerical aptitude

Attention to detail

Communication

Multitasking

Dependability

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Excel

Job description

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:30 PM

Overtime: Occasional Saturday coverage may be required, generally 2-4 hours approximately once per month.

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Our client is an established manufacturing company experiencing continued growth and looking to add a Materials Support Specialist to its operations team.

This is a strong opportunity for someone who enjoys staying organized, working with numbers, and being involved in the day-to-day activity of a manufacturing environment. The position provides exposure to materials, production, shipping, purchasing, and operations.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Materials Support Specialist will help make sure the right materials and information are available to keep production moving.

You’ll spend most of your day working in an office environment, while also communicating with employees throughout the manufacturing floor. The ideal candidate is someone who is comfortable asking questions, following up, catching discrepancies, and keeping multiple priorities organized.

No extensive manufacturing background is required. This role is designed for someone who is eager to learn and interested in building a career in operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enter and update inventory, material, and production information.
• Compare inventory records against physical materials and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare and review production documentation.
• Communicate material requirements to the appropriate departments.
• Track incoming materials and follow up on outstanding items.
• Assist with coordinating materials between storage and production areas.
• Communicate changes in production needs and priorities.
• Work with shipping and logistics teams regarding order status.
• Assist with basic production and inventory reporting.Maintain accurate spreadsheets and department records.
• Escalate shortages, errors, delays, or other concerns.
• Provide administrative and coordination support to the operations team.
• Assist with special projects and process improvements.
• Build relationships with employees across production and office departments.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year of experience in a fast-paced work environment preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, retail, inventory, logistics, or order processing is a plus.
• Recent graduates are welcome to apply.
• Basic Excel skills.
• Comfortable working with numbers and performing basic calculations.
• Ability to understand measurements and quantities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Dependable with strong follow-through.
• Comfortable communicating with both office and production employees.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks throughout the day.
• Willingness to learn new systems and processes.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.