Operations Support Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Operations Support Specialist

Shipping • Logistics • Light Assembly • Laser Engraving • Inventory Management

Jeniko Machine Works, Inc.
South Elgin, IL
Full-Time
Pay: $22.00–$27.00 per hour (based on experience)

About Us

Jeniko Machine Works is a family-owned precision CNC machine shop that has been manufacturing high-quality machined components for nearly 30 years. We serve customers across a variety of industries and have built our reputation on quality, reliability, and outstanding customer service.

Our facility is clean, modern, fully air-conditioned, and equipped with advanced CNC machining technology. We believe in teamwork, continuous improvement, and creating an environment where employees can build long-term careers.

Position Summary

As our Operations Support Specialist , you'll play a key role in keeping our manufacturing operation running smoothly. This is a hands-on position with responsibilities that extend well beyond traditional shipping and receiving.

You'll ensure finished customer orders are accurately packaged and delivered on time while supporting production through job staging, laser engraving, light assembly, local deliveries, and other operational tasks. Every day brings something different, making this an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in staying organized, and likes working with both their hands and technology.

At Jeniko Machine Works, we believe in developing our employees. This position offers the opportunity to learn many aspects of our manufacturing operation and grow your responsibilities over time.

Primary Responsibilities

• Package precision machined products for shipment.
• Prepare domestic and international shipments using UPS, FedEx, and freight carriers.
• Verify outgoing shipments for accuracy and quality.
• Receive and verify incoming customer product, outside processing returns, and production-related deliveries.
• Maintain Inventory
• Deliver and pick up customer product and vendor orders using a company vehicle.
• Coordinate outside processing deliveries and pickups.
• Stage jobs for production and prepare work for the manufacturing floor.
• Perform laser engraving of finished parts and products.
• Perform light mechanical assembly.
• Maintain organized shipping, staging, and work areas.
• Maintain shipping supplies and inventory.
• Enter shipping and inventory transactions into our ERP system.
• Work closely with production and management to ensure customer orders are completed and delivered on time.
• Assist with additional operational tasks as business needs require.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Shipping, logistics, or warehouse experience is a plus.
• Experience with UPS WorldShip, FedEx Ship Manager, or similar shipping software preferred.
• Comfortable using computers and ERP software (JobBOSS2 experience is a plus).
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to perform light assembly.
• Ability to read work orders and follow written instructions.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Forklift experience is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to work independently while also contributing as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Overtime opportunities
• Clean, modern, air-conditioned facility
• Stable company with nearly 30 years of success
• Opportunities for advancement and cross-training

Why Join Jeniko Machine Works?

At Jeniko Machine Works, every employee is an important part of our success. We are a stable, growing company where quality matters, teamwork is valued, and employees are treated with respect.

If you're looking for a position where you'll have a variety of responsibilities, learn new skills, and make a meaningful contribution every day, we'd love to hear from you.

\nCompany Description

Team-oriented environment prioritizing a positive culture. Extremely clean and air conditioned environment.

Company Description

Team-oriented environment prioritizing a positive culture. Extremely clean and air conditioned environment.