Production Operations Assistant

Electronic Systems Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Electronic Systems Inc. is seeking a Production Operations Assistant to provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Production Managers. You will organize schedules, track priorities, and update routing records to keep daily production running smoothly.

The role emphasizes accuracy, strong communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems. A high school diploma and 1–2 years in admin or production support are preferred.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for tracking data and trends.
• Able to learn internal ERP/MRP or manufacturing software.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; 1–2 years in admin/ops/manufacturing support preferred.

Responsabilités

• Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to Production Managers.
• Organize production schedules and track open action items.
• Update historical routing options and assembly records in databases.
• Pull and review production data to spot basic trends and summarize findings.

Connaissances

Microsoft Excel

ERP/MRP software

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Formation

High school diploma

Outils

Microsoft Office

ERP/MRP systems

Description du poste

Production Operations Assistant

Full-Time Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM–5:30 PM

OVERVIEW
The Production Operations Assistant provides dedicated, day-to-day administrative and operational support directly to the Production Managers. In this versatile role, you will handle a wide variety of behind-the-scenes tasks to keep daily production running smoothly—from organizing schedules and tracking priorities to updating historical routing options and compiling basic data trends. Your flexibility, system accuracy, and organization allow the Production Managers to stay focused on leading the floor.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• General Administrative Support: Handle a broad range of daily administrative tasks, special projects, and ad-hoc requests directly for the Production Managers.
• Schedule & Priority Management: Assist with organizing daily production schedules, tracking open action items, and helping keep day-to-day priorities on track.
• Routing & System Maintenance: Update and maintain historical routing options and assembly records in company databases to keep system information current.
• Data Tracking & Trend Reporting: Pull and review production data from dispatch lists and logs to spot basic trends, flag potential delays, and put together simple summaries for the Production Managers.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Adaptability & Organization: Comfortable handling shifting priorities, multitasking, and taking on a variety of administrative and operational duties in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to Detail: Reliable and accurate.
• Technical & Software Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel for tracking data and trends) and comfortable learning internal ERP/MRP or manufacturing software.
• Communication Skills: Dependable communicator who takes direction well and keeps the Production Managers informed on task progress and data findings.
• Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required; 1–2 years of administrative, operations, or manufacturing support experience preferred.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
ESI is committed to growing our people from within. We encourage initiative, mentorship, continuous improvement, and approved training or certification opportunities that strengthen both individual development and organizational success.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds
• Ability to distinguish colors

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Primarily office environment
• Proper PPE required per ESI Safety Policy and OSHA standards

SUPERVISION & ACCOUNTABILITY

• No direct reports; reports directly to and support the Production Managers
• Expected to maintain a professional attitude, manage time effectively, and model safe work habits in compliance with company policies and procedures

DISCLAIMER

Federal law obligates ESI to provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of employees, unless to do so would pose an undue hardship. Please let us know if you need an accommodation to complete these listed essential functions.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify, assign, or remove duties as business needs require.