Samples Coordinator

We are hiring a Samples Coordinator. This role is responsible for all product samples, sample briefcases, table top trade show samples, showroom samples. This position ensures that our products are properly showcased through the samples we issue to representative agencies, at trade shows and through our showroom and ensures all of the products are built and assembled correctly, according to specifications before they leave the building. The challenge will be in the learning curve on the wide array of products, keeping up-to-date with new product releases or product updates. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure that your work station has the necessary work tools, materials (supplies) and instructions needed for the fixtures you need to build. Maintain tight coordination with sales, marketing and product engineers to ensure that you fully understand what is needed before you begin an order. Obtain final Quality control verifications before products leave the building, fixing anything that comes up. Fulfill all orders within the one-week allotted timeline, work with the sales team on alternatives or partial fulfillments when needed. Work with the trade show team on the design and building of table-top trade show booths as well as the fixtures we want to showcase for all company trade shows and the in-house showroom. Repair and update anything as needed to keep it fresh and up to date. Testing fixtures: This is testing track fixtures and specialty fixtures (RGBW and Tunable white). Programming: This is programming drivers for the right settings for the fixture. Coding and approving sample orders in the ERP system (NetSuite) Required Experience & Qualifications: Prior experience in electronics and lighting components and in quality assurance or quality control is preferred, but not required. Experience using basic hand and power tools to solder electronic components, screw / twist mechanical parts and build boxes for trade show booths (carpentry, painting). Experience with computers and software applications such as database management system, customer relation management system, word and excel. Able to read, interpret and follow work orders, assembly instructions and basic technical drawings. Professional verbal and written communication and a positive attitude. Takes personal pride in own work, attention to detail, quality and professionalism. Physical Demands: Must have ability to select, lift, carry, and stack product weighing between 25 and 50 pounds. Manual dexterity and constant use of hands to assemble using manual and power tools. Able to sit or stand at a work station for 8 hours per day, with breaks while occasionally bending, stooping, twisting, and do repetitive work 2 to 4 hours at a time Drug Free Workplace: We are a Florida Drug Free Workplace. The company requires all employees to complete a pre- employment 10 panel drug screen; employment status will be dependent on ability to pass this screening and partake on a quarterly random screen. Hours, compensation and benefits: Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm with two 15-minute breaks and one hour for lunch. Hourly rate starts at $20 per hour, negotiable based on skillset and experience. After 30-day waiting period employees become eligible for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, paid holidays and paid time off that increase with longevity.