Production Assistant
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on2867, East Sioux Street, Sioux Falls, Sioux Falls Township, Minnehaha County, South Dakota, 57103, United States
About the Team
Oldcastle Infrastructure™, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. With a network of more than 80 manufacturing facilities and over 4,000 employees, we go beyond manufacturing precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic products to serve as a trusted strategic partner to engineers, contractors, and distributors. Our culture is defined by innovation and a safety-first mindset.
CRH operates as a collection of hundreds of family businesses and regional companies within a decentralized structure. This unique environment allows team members to work in a small-company setting while enjoying the career opportunities and resources of a large international organization.
About the Role
The Production Assistant serves as a vital support pillar for our operations, blending general office and accounting activities with direct collaboration across the plant. This role exists to ensure administrative systems run smoothly, supporting staff in planning, organizing, and implementing processes that keep production flowing efficiently.
In this position, you will be the face of the plant during tours, greeting customers and visitors while assisting in the creation and updating of production and safety Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Vendor Operating Procedures (VOPs). Your day will involve reviewing Bill of Materials (BOMs) for accuracy, generating operational reports for the Production and Plant Manager, and assisting with continuous improvement initiatives. You will also manage vendor relationships, handle purchase orders, perform inventory cycle counts, and provide backup support for production scheduling. Success in this role requires a detail-oriented individual who can multitask effectively while communicating clearly with colleagues and stakeholders both inside and outside the company.
Hiring Process
If you are up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today. Once you click "Apply Now," you will be directed to our official employment application portal. Please complete your online profile, which will be sent directly to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your application status 24 hours a day.
Equal Opportunity & Culture
Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We foster an inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please note that AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.
Work location
Work model: On-site
2867, East Sioux Street, Sioux Falls, Sioux Falls Township, Minnehaha County, South Dakota, 57103, United States
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleSupport operations by assisting staff and implementing administrative systems
- check_circleRun daily, weekly, and monthly operational reports for review
- check_circleAssist in reconciling production reporting and actual attainment
- check_circleAssist in setting up and performing cycle counts for inventory management
- check_circleProvide backup assistance for production scheduling
- check_circlePropose and assist in implementing office process improvements
- check_circleAssist in creating and receiving POs from vendors and communicating lead times
- check_circleOpen new vendors via ticket system or change existing vendors
- check_circleReview BOMs for accuracy and update as needed
- check_circleAssist in writing and updating production and safety SOPs and VOPs
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School, GED, or Associate degree or equivalent combination of administrative experience, training or education
- verifiedExperience with ERP systems, SAP preferred
- verifiedKnowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, scheduling, production methods and coordination of people and resources
- verifiedComputer skills, including MS Office Suite, accounting software, database software, and internet software
- verifiedBasic math skills, including percentages, rations, decimals
Nice to Have
High School, GED, or Associate degree or equivalent combination of administrative experience, training or education. Experience with ERP systems, specifically SAP.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleComprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programscheck_circleGroup retirement savings programcheck_circleHealth and wellness programs
