Administrative Skills, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Electricity, Establish Priorities, Injection Molding, Inventory Management, Inventory Reports, Logistics, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Materials Tracking, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Operational Communications, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Production Schedule, Production Support, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Reliability Engineering, Resolve Customer Issues, Shipping/Receiving, Supply Chain, Team Player, Time Management, Warehouse Coordination, Warehousing
Office Coordinator / Purchasing Assistant
Location: Pellston, MI
Company: Forgeon Solutions, Inc. (formerly VTE)
About Forgeon Solutions, Inc.
Forgeon Solutions, Inc. is a growing manufacturing company specializing in precision injection molded electrical insulators and busbars. Formerly known as VTE, we are committed to quality, reliability, and continuous improvement. Our team-oriented environment values organization, accountability, and strong communication across operations, production, and supply chain functions.
Position Overview
We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Office Coordinator / Purchasing Assistant to support daily office operations, purchasing activities, and production coordination. This hourly position plays a key role in ensuring materials are available, orders are accurate, and communication flows smoothly between vendors, customers, and internal teams. This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys variety, organization, and working closely with manufacturing and warehouse operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Order hardware and raw materials used in the production of injection molded electrical insulators and busbars
- Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials
- Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and order records
- Assist with warehouse coordination, material tracking, and inventory counts
- Support production scheduling and internal order coordination
- Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and internal team members
- Assist with shipping, receiving, and logistics documentation
- Support general office coordination and administrative tasks as needed
Skills Required
- Strong customer service and professional communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Organizational and time-management skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and recordkeeping
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities
Knowledge Required
- Basic purchasing and procurement processes
- Inventory control and material tracking principles
- Manufacturing or warehouse operations fundamentals
- Shipping and logistics workflows
- Office coordination and administrative support practices
Ability to Implement Skills and Knowledge
- Accurately place and track purchase orders and follow up on deliveries
- Maintain organized and up-to-date inventory and purchasing records
- Coordinate effectively with production, warehouse, and office teams
- Communicate clearly with vendors and customers to resolve issues
- Adapt quickly in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Benefits
Forgeon Solutions, Inc. offers a competitive and employee-focused benefits package for full-time employees, including:
- Competitive pay based on competency
- 100% employer-paid health insurance and HSA for employees
- Flexible paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Discretionary bonuses
Ready to Join Our Team?
We are excited to welcome new talent to our team! If you are passionate about what you do and are looking for a dynamic and supportive work environment, we encourage you to apply. Join us and be a part of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. We look forward to seeing how we can succeed together.