Operations Specialist

OPERATIONS SPECIALIST 

Hackettstown, New Jersey | 100% Onsite | Operations 

Connect customer demand, production, materials, inventory, and logistics to keep operations moving and deliveries on track. 

WHY WORK FOR ASTRODYNE TDI? 

Join Astrodyne TDI and play a central role in coordinating the operational activities that support production, order fulfillment, inventory accuracy, and customer satisfaction. You will work across Sales, Planning, Purchasing, Production, Engineering, Quality, and Logistics to resolve issues and improve execution. 

Operational impact: Help move customer orders from receipt through shipment while supporting production schedules and delivery commitments. 

Cross-functional influence: Coordinate with commercial, planning, purchasing, manufacturing, engineering, quality, and logistics teams to resolve constraints. 

Data-driven decisions: Use ERP data, operational reports, KPIs, and production metrics to identify risks and keep priorities aligned. 

Continuous improvement: Support initiatives that streamline operational processes, improve inventory performance, and strengthen customer service. 

ROLE OVERVIEW 

Astrodyne TDI is seeking a detail-oriented Operations Specialist to support day-to-day operational activities in Hackettstown, New Jersey. This role coordinates customer orders, production schedules, materials, inventory, shipments, and ERP transactions to support efficient execution and customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will combine strong organization, analytical problem-solving, cross-functional communication, and systems proficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 

WHAT YOU WILL OWN 

• Coordinate with the Customer Service team on orders from receipt through shipment.
• Monitor production schedules and support on-time delivery commitments.
• Collaborate with Planning and Purchasing to resolve material shortages.
• Plan and coordinate contract manufacturer material requirements to support production schedules and on-time customer deliveries.
• Develop and maintain material plans for job orders, intercompany orders, and contract manufacturer orders.
• Work closely with Manufacturing to expedite critical orders and address production constraints.
• Track inventory levels and support inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Coordinate domestic and international shipments with the Logistics team.
• Monitor order status and proactively communicate updates to internal teams.
• Generate and analyze operational reports, KPIs, and production metrics.
• Support ERP transactions, including sales orders, purchase orders, work orders, and inventory movements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline operational processes.
• Support new product introductions and engineering change implementations.
• Assist with forecasting, demand planning, and capacity planning activities.
• Perform other operational duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING - REQUIREMENTS 

• Associate's degree or bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in operations, manufacturing, supply chain, or customer operations.
• Ability to work onsite in Hackettstown, New Jersey.

PREFERRED BACKGROUND 

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Epicor, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or a similar platform.

PAY RANGE 

$70,000-$75,000 per year. Final compensation will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, and business considerations. 

READY TO KEEP OPERATIONS MOVING? 

If you are a collaborative operations professional who enjoys coordinating priorities, solving problems, and improving execution across the supply chain, apply today and help Astrodyne TDI deliver for its customers.