Manufacturing Assistant

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Located in Champaign , IL

Salary: $22.00/hr

Manufacturing Assistant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Manufacturing Assistant to support daily operations in a fast-paced machine shop environment. This role is critical to ensuring smooth workflow across purchasing, production coordination, and administrative functions. The ideal candidate is a quick learner, strong in math and systems, and thrives in a hands-on manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Learn and effectively utilize the company’s ERP system (ECI Software Solutions) to support shop operations
• Assist with ordering materials, including various grades of metal, and ensure accuracy in purchasing
• Create and manage job folders, material tags, and purchase orders
• Process orders, shipments, vendor payments, and maintain accurate documentation
• Verify incoming shipments and ensure all receiving paperwork is complete and accurate
• Communicate with vendors, internal teams, and leadership to coordinate materials and timelines
• Manage email correspondence and respond to requests in a timely and professional manner
• Enter and review employee time and attendance, including correcting timesheets and tracking part counts
• Input invoices and assist with basic accounting-related tasks
• Answer phones and provide general administrative support as needed
• Review blueprints and assist with making basic adjustments when required

What Success Looks Like:

• Accurate and timely processing of purchase orders, invoices, and shipments
• Well-organized and up-to-date documentation and job tracking
• Strong communication and coordination across shop and office functions
• High level of accuracy with minimal errors due to strong attention to detail

Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of office or administrative experience required (manufacturing environment preferred)
• Previous ERP software experience is required (experience with ECI Software Solutions strongly preferred)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Basic accounting knowledge or background preferred
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and materials (especially metals) preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints is a plus
• Strong mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Ability to perform unit conversions (e.g., pounds to inches)

Skills & Attributes:

• High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy
• Proactive mindset—asks questions rather than making assumptions
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Calm, professional demeanor under pressure
• Reliable, self-motivated, and eager to learn and grow with the company

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