Job Description

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.

AAP/EEO Statement

Astrodyne TDI is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Please note that Astrodyne TDI does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Astrodyne TDI will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Astrodyne TDI explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Astrodyne TDI.