Production Support Associate

Production Support Associate

Bordentown NJ

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Production Support Associate to join our team in Bordentown NJ. This role supports daily manufacturing operations by assisting with production planning inventory tracking documentation and order coordination.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with prior office or administrative experience who is comfortable using computers and Excel and is looking to grow within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Production & Planning Support

• Assist the Production Planner with scheduling and coordinating daily production activities
• Monitor production progress and communicate delays or issues to the planner
• Help issue track and close work orders in the system
• Provide backup support for production planning when needed

Inventory & Cycle Counting

• Perform cycle counts and assist in maintaining accurate inventory records
• Assist in investigating and helping resolve inventory discrepancies

Documentation & Data Management

• Print and prepare production paperwork labels and job packets
• Ensure all production documentation is complete and accurate
• Enter and maintain data in ERP/MRP systems
• Maintain organized physical and digital filing systems

Shipping/Receiving Coordination

• Schedule shipments and coordinate Warehouse Associates
• Prepare shipping documentation such as packing lists and bills of lading

Quality & Compliance Support

• Perform basic checks to ensure completed work orders meet quality and documentation standards
• Ensure all required paperwork is completed before orders are released
• Escalate quality or process issues to appropriate personnel

Cross-Functional Support

• Communicate with production warehouse and customer service as needed to ensure smooth operations
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and process organization (6S)
• Support general administrative tasks within the operations team
• Perform other related duties as needed to support production planning and overall operations

What Were Looking For

• Dependable and accountable
• Strong common sense and follow-through
• Comfortable handling both office and production-related tasks
• Willingness to learn and grow within the role
• Team-oriented mindset

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 02 years of experience in manufacturing warehouse or production environment preferred
• 13 years of office administrative or operations support experience required
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (comfortable with basic formulas sorting/filtering and data entry)
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing setting

Physical & Work Environment

• Work is performed in both office and production floor environments
• May require standing walking and occasional lifting of materials