Product Development Assistant: Part-Time

About your new company:

For the past 55 years, family owned and operated, Prent Corporation has been the world leader in custom thermoformed packaging serving the Medical, Electronic and Consumer industries. A global leader with strong technology-based employees who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment while recognizing their opportunity to make a difference and continued career growth.

About your new role:

This position will assist Product Development leadership by ensuring seamless coordination across administrative, operational, and project-based functions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Administrative & Project Support:

• Maintain and organize project documentation, including compliance records and standardized filing systems; ensure all filing systems are current and accurate.
• Assist in the preparation and distribution of Development project materials including project meeting updates, KPI reports, scrap reports, monthly work orders, and interdepartmental mail.
• Schedule and coordinate departmental and company-wide meetings, including training sessions and profit-sharing meetings.

Communication & Coordination:

• Attend and take notes for weekly team meetings; distribute meeting minutes to appropriate personnel.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and expense reports for Product Development leadership.
• Act as the primary contact for award coordination, overseeing entry submissions and facilitating team collaboration.

Technology & Systems:

• Enter and maintain tool data in ROSS or current systems; update forms in Microsoft Word or current platforms.
• Maintain MasterControl and ERP Software workflows or their equivalent, ensuring accurate document control and compliance.
• Update and maintain digital displays and dashboards.

Facilities & Operational Support:

• Maintain departmental office supplies and equipment (copiers, printers, toner, etc.).
• Support equipment maintenance scheduling and assist with organizing storage areas and managing documentation.

Events & Trade Shows:

• Support trade show planning and logistics, including tracking expenses and coordinating follow-ups.
• Alert the department to customer visits and help prepare meeting spaces accordingly.

Additional Duties:

• Provide optional coverage for the reception desk as needed.
• Perform laminating projects, photocopying, and design/update of internal forms.
Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Typing skills (40 wpm)
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word
• Excellent organizational and telephone skills
• Good communication skills
Ability to work as part of a team

Your hours:

8:00am – 1:00pm, Monday through Thursday; Fridays as needed

What you’ll receive:

As a part-time Prent employee you’ll be competitively compensated , based on experience.

You’ll discover our tailored benefits package:

Our Profit-Sharing Plan is second to none in the area or industry. The company gives Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay. Included in our benefits is 24/7 access to our awesome Fitness Center for you and your spouse.

Come join our team to help make a great organization greater!

If you are qualified and seeking the next step in your career apply online at www.prent.com