Work Preparator

What are you going to do? Production Preparation & Material Supply Create and manage projects and production orders with the accurate Bill of Materials (BOM). Set up and monitor production planning based on forecast and sales Prepare and distribute essential documentation including schematics, drawings, NC data, and work instructions. Purchase materials and tooling for the assembly line according to material needs and the assembly planning Production and Technical Support Act together with the responsible team leader assembling in solving technical or quality problems in the workshop. Collaborate with purchase, warehouse, projects and other departments to solve issues efficiently. Estimating and Coordination Estimate labor hours, resource needs, and material costs in consultation with relevant stakeholders. Align production requirements with purchasing and planning teams. Documentation and BOM Management Generate and verify production BOMs and routings for each product. Update technical documentation and work instructions based on changes and feedback. Manage and reallocate returned and defect materials while preventing future waste. Process Improvement Identify and propose improvement opportunities through observation and team feedback. Support implementation of new processes or technologies that enhance efficiency or quality. Stay current with technological trends and apply relevant advancements within the organization.. Quality and Manufacturability Test and validate manufacturability of machines and foster continuous improvement of designs from an assembly and efficiency perspective. Ensure production specifications and quality standards are met before execution. Information Provision Ensure accurate and timely information flow at the workplace , and to internal stakeholders as global planning and projects . Maintain structured and consistent documentation for internal and external stakeholders. Reporting and Analytics Develop and maintain production reports, queries, and dashboards. Generate ad hoc reporting as needed to support operational decisions. We ask Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related technical field is required. Associate's degree in a technical discipline may be accepted with equivalent experience in manufacturing engineering or production support. 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing, mechanical design, or production engineering environment is preferred. Experience working with ERP systems SAP and production planning tools such as Rob-Ex. Proficiency with 3D CAD programs as e.g. SolidEdge or E-Plan is an advantage. We offer Flextime policy Paid Time Off (i.e., PTO) that can be used as it's accrued Paid Holidays effective date of hire Medical insurance (i.e., three plans available, PPO, HMO•, and PPO with HSA) effective date of hire Dental care Vision care 100% Voortman USA LLC paid life insurance Additional voluntary life insurance option 100% Voortman USA LLC paid short-term disability 50/50 premium split between Voortman USA LLC and employee for long-term disability (i.e., LTD) 401K plan available with Company contribution About Voortman Join Voortman - Moving to Our New Production Facility and Offices in April 2026 Voortman is growing and we're preparing to move into our brand-new Production Facility and Offices in April 2026. With over 70 team members currently based in Fresno and Monee, this relocation marks a major step forward in our commitment to serving customers across North America and investing in the future of our workforce. As part of a global organization headquartered in the Netherlands with more than 750 employees, Voortman is a leader in designing and building advanced CNC steel processing machines, developing intelligent software solutions, and delivering outstanding customer service. This move reflects our long-term vision for growth, innovation, and excellence. We're actively recruiting driven individuals who want to be part of a forward-thinking team shaping the future of steel processing. Be part of our next chapter. Grow with Voortman.