Job Details

Job Description

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create, release, update, and close work orders in the ERP system.
• Manage reservations and issuing materials for work orders.
• Prepare and distribute work order packets (drawings, routings, BOMs, travelers) to the shop floor.
• Monitor work order progress and ensure documentation is updated to reflect real-time changes.
• Ensure traceability of materials and compliance with ISO/API standards.
• Review and record work order variances; support root cause investigations with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, and Material & Work Definition Specialist
• Maintain accurate labor and material postings in ERP to ensure cost tracking integrity.
• Collaborate with Warehouse and Production to resolve material or documentation issues.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to streamline work order processes.
• Escalate work order or material issues to Facility Planner or Production leadership.
• Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demands and achieve production targets.
• Coordinate with production teams to ensure seamless workflows and address scheduling conflicts.
• Foster effective communication with internal teams, external organizations via meetings, emails, and other communication channels.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements in materials and production planning.
• Provide planning-related data and variance reports as input to management reviews (GQP-01).
• Support internal audits (GQP-02) by ensuring records and traceability requirements are met.
• Initiate or support Corrective Action Requests (CARs) (GQP-03) when nonconformities in work orders or traceability are found.
• Participate in risk assessments and MOC activities (GQP-04) when changes to work order processes impact quality or delivery.
• Ensure compliance with document and record control requirements (GQP-08) when managing work order packets and records.
• Align with contingency plans for material shortages, ERP failures, or production disruptions.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements, such as ISO 9001 or OSHA guidelines.
• Adhere to all HSE and Quality policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational goals.

• High school diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred.
• 2-5 years' experience in work order management, production coordination, or materials control in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (Oracle, Omega).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, API, or similar compliance requirements.
• Training or certification in ISO/API-compliant systems, Lean/Six Sigma, or APICS CPIM preferred.
• Experience in ISO/API/ASME-compliant environments is a plus.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or control; talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Factory environment includes exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Travel less than 10%
• Awareness of company contingency plans for material shortages, equipment breakdowns, or utility disruptions (GQP-04, GQP-04-02).
• Participation in audit-readiness and compliance activities as required.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communicator with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to adapt to fast-paced, changing environments.
• Problem-solving mindset with focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Audit-readiness and continuous improvement mindset.
• Commitment to risk identification, escalation, and corrective action processes.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Basic math and writing skills.
• Ability to adapt and be cross trained to learn all job duties as required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of NOV FGS QMS procedures, including document control, corrective actions, and risk assessment.
• ERP troubleshooting skills with focus on compliance, traceability, and data integrity.
• Ability to read drawings, instructions or repair and assembly operations.
• Strong data analysis skills