Job Title: Configuration Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Configuration Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will collect and update ERP configurations for design documentation, including drawings, work instructions, and routers. The role involves verifying and approving drawings before they are released to production and collaborating effectively with various departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop part drawings
• Review Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and suggest improvements
• Create redlined documents for immediate production support
• Maintain design development packages for new products
• Source suitable prototype samples and parts for fabrication
• Retrieve materials from stock while ensuring traceability
• Determine component lead times to meet schedules
• Identify new components
• Generate bills of material
• Develop prototype and production routers
• Prepare new documents for production
• Write and maintain AS9100 Engineering documentation
• Order and manage supplies for Design, Drafting, and Document Control
• Identify similar parts and assess the application of changes
• Evaluate and implement changes to routers
• Incorporate approved document changes from the Change Control Board (CCB)
• Create forms
• Prepare Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) to incorporate changes from ECRs, redlines, and production requests
• Chair the Change Control Board
• Participate in the Epicor Implementation Team
• Train new employees on Epicor
• Assign ECO tasks
• Create item master records in Epicor (MRP system)
• Develop new bills of material in Epicor (MRP system)
• Maintain bills of material through the ECO process in Epicor (MRP system)
• Manage numbering systems
• Assign part and drawing numbers
• Maintain original master documentation
• Verify the completeness of documentation
• Ensure affected departments are notified of ECO changes

Essential Skills

• Experience with SolidWorks and AutoCAD for creating part drawings and maintaining design documentation
• Familiarity with Epicor or similar MRP systems for creating and maintaining bills of material, item master records, and managing ECO processes
• Ability to write and maintain AS9100 engineering documentation, ensuring compliance with industry standards
• 3-5 years of related experience
• Strong follow-up skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Microsoft Access, Visio, Adobe Acrobat, PDF, etc.
• Professional communication skills with all levels of staff and management in a diverse environment
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask and make sharp decisions with minimal supervision

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in the manufacturing field is a plus, but not required
• Experience with Epicor is a plus
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines, with the flexibility to work overtime as needed
• Capability to manage highly confidential information appropriately
• Diligent problem solver with a strong work ethic
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities as needed

Work Environment

The role involves working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, utilizing technologies such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Access, Visio, Adobe Acrobat, and PDF. The position may require flexibility to work overtime as needed.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chatsworth,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $30 - $35