Production Operations Specialist

　　Job Title: Production Operations Specialist

　　Position available in:  Elk Grove Village, IL

　　Job Type: Full time

　　Broetje Automation  is the world’s leading expert & OEM in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics, working with the top names in our industry. Worldwide locations include: Germany, USA, France, United Kingdom, Russia, China, and Japan. US locations include: Buffalo (NY), Charleston (SC), Savannah (GA), Wichita (KS), Mobile, (AL) and Seattle (WA).

　　Summary: We’re searching for a driven individual who can help us streamline daily operations to ensure efficiency and adherence to budget across all departments. The production operations specialist should be comfortable communicating with people throughout the organization, able to solve problems and improvise as needed, and adept at estimating and managing time for a variety of tasks. The ideal candidate is a natural coordinator who has a strong sense of big-picture objectives and a sharp eye for detail.

　　Education & experience:

　　Two or more years of experience in an operational role or shop floor lead/management role 

　　Experience working in a machine manufacturing environment (aerospace OEM, robotics, custom machine design) 

　　Experience utilizing ERP system SAP 

　　(Preferred) Experience working with custom machines

　　Qualifications:

　　Proven organizational skills, including time management

　　Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

　　Self-sufficiency and an ability to work with minimal supervision

　　Strong verbal and written communication skills

　　Attention to detail

　　Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other productivity applications and platforms

　　Job responsibilities:

　　Monitor day-to-day operations, report on performance, and recommend actionable improvements when necessary

　　Order supplies and manage inventory, coordinating with accounting and finance department to adhere to budget

　　Create procedures and protocols (such as checklists) and distribute to staff

　　Communicate and coordinate with employees and vendors

　　Onboard and train new employees to ensure that they adhere to standard operating procedures

　　Objectives of this Role:

　　Develop and implement department-wide quality control measures

　　Recommend new procedures for increasing the efficiency of day-to-day operations

　　Maintain communication with Plant Manager, staff members, and vendors to ensure adherence to protocols across key touch points

　　Assist the Plant Manager in developing, planning, and coordinating operational activities

　　Oversee inventory management practices and improve them when necessary

　　Ensure that operations are in legal compliance with local and national regulations

　　Compensation/Benefits:

　　Competitive Wages

　　401(k) company match

　　100% paid healthcare premiums (medical, dental, vision)

　　Disability plan & group life insurance program

　　Three weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus ten paid holidays

　　Tuition reimbursement program

　　International travel opportunities (Germany)

　　Visit: www.broetje-automation.com and  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7_4J6KrX5aHnXZJUoOCDRQ

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