Plant Operations Technician

McDowell-Craig builds steel school and office furniture in Santa Fe Springs. We're hiring a hands-on individual to support daily production admin tasks, assist with logistic scheduling, and assist in the purchasing and material flow handling that keeps the shop supplied. This position provides ample growth opportunity for an individual eager and willing to learn. Production support and purchasing Identify material and component shortages, and create corresponding purchase orders Issue and track purchase orders through delivery; expedite when a schedule is at risk Monitor lead times and time orders so material lands ahead of the jobs that need it Reconcile packing lists, invoices, and purchase orders; resolve shortages, damages, and billing discrepancies Support daily production flow; staging material, tracking job status, and flagging bottlenecks Assist with setups, changeovers, and material handling as production demands Cross-train on plant equipment to provide coverage during absences and peak periods Inventory and operations support Monitor production inventory and flag shortages before they affect the schedule Receive and verify incoming material against purchase orders and packing lists Help maintain shop organization, safety, and housekeeping standards What we're looking for Strong problem solver. Able to approach tasks logically and willing to research a solution. Proactive thinker. Able to identify potential issues before they become real issues. Solid mechanical fundamentals — Comfortable in a factory/manufacturing environment Purchasing, procurement, or inventory management experience is a strong plus Willing to learn CNC and laser equipment; prior CNC or laser experience is a plus but not required Comfortable with computers: email, spreadsheets, machine interfaces, and inventory or ERP software Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet in a factory environment Desire to learn and grow within the company. Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 – 45.0 per week Benefits: Health insurance Ability to Commute: Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 (Required) Work Location: In person

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