Production Associate

sagesolutionsgroup; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) Matching

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Short & Long Term Disability

Generous PTO

Employee Discount Program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Shar Music is seeking a Production Associate – Quality & Logistics to support daily operations with quality inspections, production scheduling, and inventory coordination. This role helps ensure products move efficiently while upholding high quality and service standards for customers.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, capable of balancing priorities, learning new systems like NetSuite, and collaborating across Operations, Production, Warehouse and Purchasing

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma or equivalent required.
• Some college education preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems, particularly NetSuite.
• Experience in operations, logistics, warehouse, manufacturing, inventory control, quality control, or production environments.
• Knowledge of string instruments is helpful but not required.
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to collaborate and learn.

Responsibilities

• Inspect string instruments and related products for quality adherence.
• Identify, document, and communicate quality concerns and assist with corrective actions.
• Perform quality checks on incoming, in-process, and finished products.
• Coordinate and maintain production schedules to support workflow efficiency and on-time work orders.
• Monitor work order progress and communicate delays to team members.
• Pick materials and components required for production activities.
• Perform light material handling and inventory movement within the facility.
• Assist with inventory management, including cycle counts and audits.
• Enter, update, and maintain data in NetSuite and other systems.
• Create, maintain, and analyze spreadsheets and reports using Excel.
• Communicate effectively with Operations, Production, Warehouse, Purchasing, and others.
• Support shipping, receiving, and fulfillment activities as needed.
• Maintain records for quality, inventory, and production activities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency.
• Follow company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and other duties as assigned.
• Regular and routine onsite attendance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Some college education

Tools

NetSuite

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Summary

The Production Associate – Quality & Logistics plays a key role in supporting daily operations through quality control inspections, production scheduling, inventory coordination, and warehouse activities. This position helps ensure products move efficiently through the organization while maintaining the high standards of quality and service our customers expect.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to balance multiple priorities, learn new systems, and communicate effectively across departments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Inspect string instruments and related products to ensure compliance with established quality standards.
• Identify, document, and communicate quality concerns and assist with corrective actions as needed.
• Perform quality checks on incoming, in-process, and completed products.
• Coordinate and maintain production schedules to support workflow efficiency and on-time completion of work orders.
• Monitor work order progress and communicate schedule changes or delays to appropriate team members.
• Pick materials and components required for production activities.
• Perform light material handling and inventory movement within the facility.
• Assist with inventory management activities, including cycle counts, inventory audits, and maintaining inventory accuracy.
• Utilize NetSuite and other company systems to enter, update, and maintain operational, inventory, and production-related information.
• Create, maintain, and analyze spreadsheets and reports using Microsoft Excel.
• Communicate effectively with team members across Operations, Production, Warehouse, Purchasing, and other departments.
• Support shipping, receiving, and fulfillment activities as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to quality control, inventory, and production activities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Participate in cross-functional projects and perform other duties as assigned.
• Regular and routine onsite attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

• Highschool diploma or equivalent required.
• Some college education preferred.
• Passion for music and some experience with musical instruments preferred.
• Experience using Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow established processes and instructions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in operations, logistics, warehouse, manufacturing, inventory control, quality control, or production environments.
• Experience with ERP systems, particularly NetSuite.
• Experience with scheduling, inventory management, work orders, or process coordination.
• Knowledge of string instruments is helpful but not required.
• Team player with a positive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to collaborate and learn from others.

Benefits Available for Full-time Team Members:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Generous PTO
• Employee Discount Program
• Pet Insurance

To learn more about Shar Music and our Company Culture check out our socials:

• Our Website: https://strings.sharmusic.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sharmusic
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharmusic_
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shar_music
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/SharMusic_
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SharMusicTV

Shar Music is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation.