Configuration Support Specialist Job Listing at Olympus Controls in Sherwood, OR (Job ID 60145)

Description

What you'll do:

This person will be an integral team member of the Engineered Solution (ES) value add group and will report to the Design Engineering Manager. The ES group designs, builds, and delivers small to large automation solutions to every industry segment and company size in the U.S. Our “solutions” can range from a custom cable to a full robotic automated system. In addition to the custom design efforts, the ES team manages a build- to-print offering that capitalizes on our engineering expertise, project management, manufacturing, and quality systems. These efforts are fast paced, concurrent, require agility, and love of process.

The Configuration Support Specialist role is that of a key contributor to the Engineered Solution team's success.  Specifically, you will own the documentation process as it flows from engineering to supply chain, quality, manufacturing, and the customer. This position calls for a well-organized, detail-oriented individual, who enjoys a variety of concurrent assignments while working across multiple business applications. It requires enthusiasm, flexibility, resiliency, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a professional and courteous personality. Additional details about what you will be doing includes:

• Create, release, and configure bill of material (BOM) with appropriate multilevel structuring and grouping based on input from engineering, manufacturing, and customers
• Review and implement engineering change orders (ECO's) to maintain BOMs to the latest revisions
• Drive timely ECO reviews, BOM updates, and documentation release
• Assist with request for quotes and proposal for build-to-print assemblies
• ERP data maintenance, correcting descriptions, manufacturer part numbers, duplicate parts, etc.
• Respond to production issues and investigate root cause (i.e., BOM error, design error, etc.) and direct the issues to the appropriate team for corrections

Why join us?

Olympus Controls (olympus-controls.com) is committed to attracting, training, and retaining a talented team. We are proud of the culture we have built and want you to join us! In addition, you will receive rewards and resources you need to feel fulfilled both professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Base salary+ bonus eligibility
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k), employee assistance program (EAP), vacation and sick time
• A lasting and growing career – as you gain experience and become an expert in this field, you'll have numerous career paths to choose from
• Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement

Qualifications/Experience:

• BA or BS degree and/or minimum 3 years' experience in document control or configuration management highly preferred, preferably in an electronic and/or contract manufacturing environment
• Highschool diploma or equivalency required
• Experience in processing engineering, production, and document changes
• Hands-on ERP/MRP system experience; knowledge and experience in Syspro/SAP is preferred
• Highly proficient with Excel, including importing and exporting data from ERP systems or using SQL query for analysis (highly preferred)
• Knowledge or experience using SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM a plus
• Knowledge or experience working with vendors for OEM or manufactured parts is a plus
• Knowledge of multilevel bill of material hierarchy and product release cycle as it relates to the creation and change management of parts and BOM structures
• Excellent written, oral communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work with a high workload with interruptions and deadlines
• Must have a service-oriented attitude to all levels of personnel

An emerging provider of next generation technology solutions, Applied Industrial Technologies has a growing automation footprint and expanding offering of motion control, machine vision, robotic and IIoT technologies, plus related value-added industrial expertise.

Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.
 

We are an equal employment opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please send an email to hiring@applied.com or call 216-426-4389 to let us know the nature of your request.