Production Management Assistant

Job TitleThe purpose of this position is to develop and sustain efficient operational methods across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain functions to improve profitability.Job DutiesCollaborate with the production and engineering teams to understand operations and develop solutions that meet Quality, Delivery, and Cost goals.Determine metrics and create comprehensive dashboards to monitor progress and effectively communicate with leadership.Drive projects to increase productivity, reduce lead time, improve quality, and achieve cost savings.Identify manufacturing capabilities and limitations; calculate production capacity and coordinate with the production control team.Improve labor productivity through the development and deployment of best-known methods and Lean Manufacturing principles.Assist with technician time card approvals in a timely manner and performance data collection and analysis.Support material management, including incoming material inspection, registry, inventory counting, and restocking follow-up.Coordinate with various teams on cleanroom incidents, including safety alarms, environmental abnormalities, and equipment repairs (e.g., tablets, laptops, facility systems).Develop and document procedures and work instructions.Perform other work-related tasks as required and assigned.QualificationsAssociate degree in tech or business field.Strong analytical skills with the ability to draw conclusions and develop strategies based on data.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.Strong organizational, prioritization, planning, and time management skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels of management and diverse functional teams.Ability to work in a cleanroom environment while wearing a smock.Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.LocationThis position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.Why AOI?Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needsEmployer matching on 401(k) deferralsGenerous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the yearRelocation package available within USImmigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)We do not accept unsolicited proposals from third-party recruiters or agencies. Contacting hiring managers directly may result in disqualification of submissions.