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Technical Production Administrator

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Job ID 58256 Functional area Production & Manufacturing Full-time/part-time Full Time Experience level Graduate

Technical Production Administrator

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Technical Production Administrator
Permanent  

Creating foldable displays, advancing medical innovations, or giving new life to precious metals – at Heraeus, we empower our customers to stay ahead of the curve. As a family-owned global technology leader, we take pride in being the invisible force driving innovation. Whether in production, research, sales, or administration, we deliver world-class quality across key industries: Metals & Recycling, Healthcare, Semiconductor & Electronics, and Industrials. With a strong global presence, including a significant footprint in the United States, Heraeus employs approximately 16,400 people across 40 countries, all dedicated to shaping the future of technology and industry. 

Position Summary

The Technical Production Administrator is responsible for coordinating production planning, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting SAP-related processes to ensure efficient and compliant manufacturing operations.  This role also serves as a key liaison across departments and provides backup support for production administration.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, revise, and maintain production and fine planning polocies and procedures.
  • Perform SAP corrections and reconciliations for both scheduled and ad hoc cycle counts.  Develop root cause analysis to record cycle counts and take appropriate actions.
  • Review and resolve weekly inventory By Tracker errors by aligning data with SAP; coordinate with the Warehouse & Logistics Supervisor as needed.
  • Servie as backup for the Production Administrator, assuming full responsibilities during their absence.
  • Lead fine planning by generating and managing production and pack-out orders based on production and shipping schedules.
  • Conduct batch determinations and ensure timely order release to support on-time production.
  • Monitor production timeliness and support initiaitves to improve on-time performance.
  • Execute additional SAP bookings, including solvent boil-outs, heel removeals, and scrapping of non-conforming material.
  • Own and resolve weekly variance reports to maintain data accuracy and process integrity.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant production operations.
  • Assist with other duties and special projects as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

  • A high school diploma or GED is required; one ore more years in operations administration or planning positions.
  • Basic data entry and reading skills are required.
  • SAP experiance or similar ERP system experience is strongly preferred.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and additional basic computer entry is required.
  • Strong communication skills with an ability to work and communication crossfunctionally.
  • High attention to detail.

Phycial Demands & Work Environment

  • Regularly required to reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear.
  • Frequently required to sit and occassionally stand and walk.
  • Frequent use of mouse and keyboard.
  • Occassionally exposed to hazardous materials/chemcials.
  • Required to wear specialized protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, eye protection, hearing protection or breathing apparatus.

Curious? Apply now!

Heraeus is proud to be an employer that provides equal access to opportunities for all its employees. We provide fair and equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. A diverse and inclusive culture is at the heart of our Vision, Mission, and Values. We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that reflects a broad spectrum of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.   

We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility after hire. Learn more at www.e-verify.gov


Any further questions?

If you need any assistance or have questions, please contact hrdirect-americas@heraeus.com or visit our website at jobs.heraeus.com.

Keywords: Manufacturing, Administration, Production Planning, Invetory 


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