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If you are looking to be part of an organization committed to the principles of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence and Faith, then Ridgeview Industries has a challenging and rewarding opportunity for you. Ridgeview Industries is a leading metal stamping and assembly supplier primarily serving the automotive market. Our privately held company, founded upon Christian principles, currently employs approximately 600 team members across 4 plant locations. One of the great benefits of working at Ridgeview Industries is our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), an additional retirement benefit that grows over time. As an ESOP owner, you'll share in the success of the company! This unique plan helps build long-term financial security while strengthening our shared commitment to Ridgeview's future. We are seeking an experienced Engineering Administrator to work on-site at our Grand Rapids, MI. location with a customer service attitude and a positive personality. The ideal candidate for this role will have the following credentials.

Primary responsibilities:

Create, update, and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Routings within QAD ERP for new and existing parts. Enter and manage new part introduction and processing information accurately and in a timely manner. Generate and manage Purchase Orders within QAD, ensuring accuracy. Monitor and manage multiple concurrent systems and workflows, including: Print Releases Process Changes Early Part Orders / Labeling Review and verify all data entries for accuracy, proactively identifying and correcting errors before they impact downstream operations. Collaborate with Engineering, Sales, Finance, Purchasing, Quality, and Production teams to ensure part and process data is current, consistent, and correctly reflected across all systems. Maintain organized documentation and records to support traceability and audit readiness. Continuously learn new systems and tools as they are introduced, adapting quickly to evolving processes

Qualifications:

Engineering background (technical training, math aptitude or equivalent Engineering Administrator hands-on experience). Working knowledge of Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Routings. Hands-on experience entering new part and processing information into the QAD ERP system. Previous experience creating and generating Purchase Orders in QAD. Strong multi-tasking ability with demonstrated experience managing multiple systems or workstreams simultaneously. Highly detail-oriented with a proven habit of double-checking work to catch and correct errors. Experience working within a GM (General Motors) supplier environment, particularly with Early Part Orders and Labeling requirements. Familiarity with Print Release and Engineering Change/Process Change activity. Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly and independently. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. High level of proficiency in MS Office (including Word, Excel, and Project) Excellent communicator who can understand and deliver information in a clear, open, honest and accurate method in both an oral and written manner. Dedicated to teamwork and putting the value of team success before individual interest. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities Dependable, self-starter who takes ownership of tasks from start to finish. Team player who works well cross-functionally with Engineering, Purchasing, Quality, and Production Why do you want to join Ridgeview Industries? It will begin during a visit when you feel the passion of the people and culture that permeates from every contact you make. Or, you may hear from some of our many 15-30+ year co-workers what they love about Ridgeview. Or, you may feel a deep connection with our Mission Statement that was developed by our employees. We are a business with a purpose that goes beyond parts and profits, and we endeavor to be different from other manufacturers in our industry and beyond. Do you believe in and align with our twelve guiding Principles? Teamwork, Passion, Golden Rule, Trust, Communication, Accountability Follow the Process, Data Driven, Continuous Improvement, Personal Growth Pray Hard - Work Hard - Trust God, Excellence in All things Our family-like culture has been shaped in over 40 years of business. We believe in our values, vision and purpose, and seek to be continually learning and growing to best serve our employees, customers, suppliers and community. Is this the place and next chapter for you? Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this position offers an attractive level of compensation and benefits package including: Medical, dental, life and disability insurance and health spending account(s) Matching 401(k) retirement plan Paid vacation, vacation purchase option, and 10 paid holidays Many employee programs including an on-site fitness facility Tuition reimbursement Employee profit-sharing bonus And much more!

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee stock ownership plan Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person