Bill Of Materials

Bill of Materials (BOM) / Routing SpecialistLocation: Wilmington, DelawareSchedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday, 1st ShiftHours: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM or 8:00 AM–4:30 PMDepartment: Manufacturing / Operations

Position SummaryPEMCO Lighting Products is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Bill of Materials(BOM) / Routing Specialist to support its manufacturing operations. This position is responsible for creating, maintaining, and auditing accurate Bills of Materials, manufacturing routings, and related work-order documentation.

The BOM / Routing Specialist works closely with Engineering, Production, Procurement, and Inventory teams to ensure product specifications, material requirements, and manufacturing processes are accurately documented within the ERP system. The position plays an important role in maintaining accurate inventory, purchasing, costing, production planning, and product fulfillment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

•  Create, maintain, and update accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for manufactured products, components, and assemblies.

•  Develop and maintain manufacturing routings that accurately reflect required production processes and operations.

•  Review engineering drawings, specifications, diagrams, and other technical documentation to establish BOM and routing requirements.

•  Coordinate with Engineering, Production, Procurement, and other departments to verify BOM and routing accuracy.

•  Update BOMs and routings to reflect engineering changes, product revisions, manufacturing changes, and production feedback.

•  Create and manage manufacturing and assembly work orders.

•  Ensure production routings and related documentation are completed accurately and on schedule.

•  Maintain BOM, routing, work-order, and related manufacturing information within the company's ERP system.

•  Work with Inventory Management and Production Planning to ensure material requirements align with production schedules.

•  Review BOMs and manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for cost reduction and improved production efficiency.

•  Conduct routine audits of BOMs and routings to ensure accuracy and compliance with company standards.

•  Research and resolve BOM discrepancies, incorrect material requirements, routing issues, and work-order execution problems.

•  Support change-management processes involving product, engineering, and manufacturing revisions.

•  Generate reports related to BOM accuracy, routing completion, material usage, and other manufacturing metrics.

•  Provide training and support to employees regarding BOM, routing, and related ERP processes.

•  Participate in continuous-improvement initiatives designed to improve BOM accuracy, manufacturing efficiency, inventory control, and production processes.

•  Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

•  Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
•  Minimum of 5 years of related experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
•  Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining Bills of Materials and manufacturing routings.
•  Strong understanding of BOM structures and lifecycle/change management.
•  Experience working with ERP or manufacturing management systems; Sage Operations Management experience is a plus.
•  Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, diagrams, specifications, and technical documentation.
•  Working knowledge of inventory management, production planning, purchasing, and manufacturing processes.
•  Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel.
•  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•  Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
•  Strong organizational and documentation skills.
•  Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
•  Effective written and verbal communication skills.
•  Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesSuccessful candidates should possess:

•  Strong understanding of manufacturing BOMs and routing processes.

•  Ability to translate engineering and product information into accurate manufacturing documentation.

•  Strong data-management and recordkeeping skills.

•  Ability to identify discrepancies and determine appropriate corrective actions.

•  Understanding of how BOM and routing accuracy affects costing, purchasing, inventory, scheduling, and production.

•  Ability to communicate effectively with Engineering, Production, Procurement, Inventory, and Management personnel.

•  Continuous-improvement mindset with an emphasis on accuracy and operational efficiency.

Physical RequirementsWhile performing the essential functions of this position, the employee may be required to:

•  Stand, walk, and sit for varying periods.
•  Use hands to handle objects, tools, equipment, and controls.
•  Reach with hands and arms.
•  Bend, stoop, kneel, and balance as necessary.
•  Communicate effectively through speaking and hearing.
•  Occasionally lift and/or move materials weighing up to 85 pounds.
•  Possess the visual ability necessary for close, distance, and peripheral vision and to adjust focus.

Work ScheduleThis is a full-time, first-shift position working Monday through Friday. Available schedules are:

•  7:00 AM–3:30 PM, or
•  8:00 AM–4:30 PM

The schedule includes a 30-minute uninterrupted lunch break.

BenefitsPEMCO Lighting Products offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

•  Medical, dental, and vision insurance
•  Life and AD&D insurance
•  Short-term disability insurance
•  Accident and critical illness coverage
•  401(k) retirement plan with company match of up to 4%
•  Paid vacation
•  Paid sick time
•  Paid holidays