Production Operations Specialist

Overview

Currently seeking a Production Operations Specialist for a large manufacturing company on the Northside of San Antonio. The Production Operations Specialist's main focus is to keep production running smoothly, efficiently, and safely. In this position, the individual will support manufacturing operations by coordinating production activities, analyzing performance data, improving processes, and ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency standards are met. Pay is up to $30/hr.

based on experience. Must have at least 3 yrs. in a manufacturing environment to be considered.

• Monitor, manage, and control company manufacturing and production software to ensure production schedule is met.
• Manage the status of Sales Orders and Work Order operations to ensure production schedule is maintained.
• Coordinate with inventory management to avoid shortages and excesses.
• Plan and monitor material movement in the production cycle to ensure continuous operations.
• Review change orders and execute them appropriately. Investigate production control problems, assist quality in analyzing root causes, and provide possible solutions.
• Ensure production personnel follow company policies and safety procedures.
• Monitor execution of job orders and adjust production schedule for timely delivery.
• Collect, analyze, and report production data.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports.
• Use ERP/MRP systems to track production activity and materials.
• Support forecasting and capacity planning.
• Analyze production processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Help develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as yield, scrap, downtime, and throughput.
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions for defects.
• Support audits (internal, customer, regulatory).
• Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams.

• High School Diploma required.
• 3-4 years’ relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and production workflows.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP systems (Acumatica).
• Knowledge of Lean/Continuous Improvement principles.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.
• Time/process management.
• Production Planning, strategic planning, attention to detail.

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