Operations Support Specialist

Responsibilities

• Manage material flow in production work centers and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely order delivery.
• Schedule and plan orders using scheduling dashboards to meet Manufacturing Due Dates (MDD) by verifying material, personnel, and machine capacity.
• Monitor and physically locate orders to ensure they progress through processes and meet delivery targets.
• Proactively identify and communicate risks regarding potential missed due dates to supervisors.
• Drive On-Time Delivery (OTD) improvements by addressing gaps in material availability, machine downtime, and lead times.
• Coordinate with material planners and upstream processes to manage material requirements and expedite needs.
• Assume supervisor responsibilities during absences, including personnel management and order traceability.
• Prepare shop orders, create material sessions, and manage parcel IDs for specific production needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access).
• Strong problem-solving, investigative, and detail-oriented skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with operators, managers, and engineers.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist.
• Ability to sit or stand for at least 90 consecutive minutes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in connector manufacturing.
• College education.
• Proficiency with Samtec Global Network (SGN), Shop Floor Control, or Inventory Suite.
• Multilingual capabilities (English, Spanish, Chinese, or Vietnamese).

About the Company

Samtec, Inc. is a global leader in high-speed connectivity solutions, committed to creating a diverse environment and providing innovative technology to industries worldwide.