Production Operations Specialist

The Production Operations Specialist will play a key role in ensuring smooth and efficient production operations by coordinating schedules, materials, and communication between departments. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will bring a service-focused mindset, a proactive drive to solve problems, and the technical expertise to support production planning and execution.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Coordinate daily and weekly production schedules in alignment with operational priorities.
• Serve as a primary liaison between production, materials, procurement, and quality teams to ensure timely availability of parts, tools, and resources.
• Monitor work orders and track production progress to ensure on-time delivery and efficient workflow.
• Support accurate and timely data entry in SAP or other production planning systems.
• Generate and distribute production reports, performance metrics, and status updates to stakeholders.
• Identify and escalate potential delays or issues and work collaboratively to implement solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of production schedules, changes, and completed work orders.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at increasing efficiency, accuracy, and productivity.

Work Environment:

•  Office and manufacturing floor setting.
• May require occasional overtime or weekend work to meet production demands.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, operations management, engineering, or related field.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• SAP experience preferred (or similar ERP system experience).
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Highly service-focused mindset with a sense of urgency and drive to meet deadlines.
• Fluent in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship