Production Associate

We at Digital Design Corporation (DDC) design and develop cutting-edge custom electronic products for a wide range of applications and industries such as Education, Military/Aerospace/Defense, Automotive, Industrial Equipment, Emergency Preparedness, Medical and others. We also develop and manufacture a number of innovative off-the-shelf products suitable to the industries we serve. We specialize in video/imaging, networking/communications systems serving the above mentioned industries. DDC offers a wide variety of Intellectual Property which we have developed and continue to develop for our products as well as for our customers. We are a company founded by engineers more than 20 years ago, owned and managed by engineers who share their passion for technical innovation and collaboration. Our talented staff and our technology are the greatest assets of the company. The company offers a variety of professional opportunities as we are involved in numerous developments and continue to invest in cutting edge technologies. DDC is a financially stable company. Our efficient corporate structure and collaborative culture attract individuals with passion for innovation who are looking for an opportunity that will support their professional and personal goals.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Production Associate to join our team. As a key member of the team, you will play a vital role in our operations department. You will frequently interface with manufacturing, engineering, and the CFO, and work closely with suppliers and customers.

What you will do:

• Material planning which consists of determining the requirements of raw materials, components and other items needed for production with pricing and lead time considerations.
• Builds and maintains vendor relationships; researches and evaluates vendors based on quality, timeliness, and price; selects prospective vendors and negotiates prices and contracts.
• Create and maintain partnerships with customers, clients, or third-party service providers (e.g., service/distributors) by establishing common goals, objectives, and performance target requirements to improve mechanical service and installations for customers.
• Process orders for goods and services with business partners, customers, suppliers, and Company associates, either through direct telephone contact or other electronic means, to increase speed and accuracy of order transactions.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Engineering to support material changes and plan for new material and minimize obsolescence of old material
• Work fluidly in a highly cross-functional team environment involving manufacturing, program management, product development teams, design engineers, supply chain, production control and logistics teams

What you will need:*

• Intellectual curiosity
• Associate degree or equivalent with relevant work experience
• Bachelor’s degree is a plus
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills as well as be organized and responsible and be a self-starter.
• Broad familiarity with computerized accounting programs, purchasing programs and spreadsheets.
• Ability to meet operational and financial targets
• Superior skills in inventory management and material control
• Work within a process controlled environment

Benefits Highlights:

DDC offers a range of benefits to its employees to meet your and your covered dependents needs. Listed below are the highlights of our comprehensive benefits:

• Retirement program (401K) with discretionary employer match
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical (PPO and HDHP/HSA), dental and vision coverage; generous employer cost-sharing
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage at no cost to the employees
• Generous and very flexible vacation / holiday time
• Potential continuous education support
• Enjoyable work environment including ping-pong, outdoor porch overlooking a pond, for lunches (including grilling)
• Weekly catered lunches
• Social events including annual holiday party
• Casual, relaxed dress code

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Arlington Heights, IL 60004: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• This role requires US citizenship due to government contracts. Are you an US citizen?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $42,600 - $53,900