Production Clerk

Company Description

Accton Technology Corporation is a global technology and services company specializing in design, development, and manufacturing for AI/ML hardware and open networking solutions. The organization focuses on building long-term partnerships through close collaboration, advanced technologies, and an experienced worldwide workforce. Accton is committed to leading in open networking, meeting emerging XaaS platform and service demands, and caring for all stakeholders, including employees, investors, and communities. With over 5,700 team members and multibillion-dollar annual revenue, Accton offers a stable, innovative environment for professionals seeking impactful work in next-generation infrastructure.

Role Summary

This full-time Production Clerk role is an on-site position located in Mesquite, TX. The Production Clerk will support daily production activities, including daily Manufacturing/Production Orders (MO/WO), planning and adjusting daily and weekly production schedules, and coordinating closely with procurement and warehouse teams to conduct material kitting and shortage checks. This role also monitors production progress, maintains accurate system data, and swiftly executes backup plans during material shortages or schedule changes to ensure seamless production line operations and on-time delivery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

Production Order Issuance & Management:

• Issue, release, and manage Manufacturing/Production Orders (MO/WO) within the ERP system based on sales forecasts and customer order requirements.
• Verify and ensure the accuracy of the Bill of Materials (BOM) structure and order requirements, making sure the production floor follows correct configurations.

Production Scheduling & Adjustments:

• Formulate, allocate, and adjust short-to-medium-term production schedules and operational sequences to maximize production line utilization and efficiency.
• Closely monitor production progress and real-time outputs; swiftly adjust line priorities and schedules in response to rush orders, machine breakdowns, or line bottlenecks.

Material Availability Verification & Kitting Check:

• Perform rigorous material kitting checks before releasing orders to the production floor, ensuring all raw materials, components, and packaging supplies are fully available.
• Collaborate closely with procurement and warehouse teams to identify potential shortage risks and actively track and resolve material constraints to prevent production downtime.

System Maintenance & Data Analysis:

• Promptly enter, update, and maintain production completion logs, work order close-outs, and material backflushing statuses within the ERP/MRP system.
• Analyze production throughput, Schedule Attainment rates, and material variance data, and provide routine statistical reports to management. 

Qualifications

• Strong service orientation with excellent communication skills to coordinate closely between front-line operators, procurement, and warehouse staff.
• Able to handle schedule changes (such as sudden order cancellations, urgent rush orders, or machine breakdowns) and execute backup plans to prevent line stoppage or delays.
• Basic analytical and troubleshooting skills for identifying material shortfalls, monitoring plan-actual variances, and resolving multi-departmental workflow disputes.
• Basic analytical and troubleshooting skills for identifying and resolving inventory or mechanical packaging issues.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to accurately follow SOPs, monitor material allocations, and perform basic workflow bottleneck analysis.
• Proficiency in M365 operations (Word, Outlook, and Advanced Excel functions like VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, and Pivot Tables for schedule creation and material analysis).
• Hands-on experience or high familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) for work order execution and stock checking.
• Willingness to work on-site in Mesquite, TX and adapt to a fast-paced production environment.
• Bilingual in English and Chinese is preferred (to coordinate effectively with overseas HQ or teams).

Education/Experience

• Educational background in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related fields.
• 1–3 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or material control within a manufacturing environment preferred. 
• Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) by ASCM/APICS, or equivalent supply chain certifications is preferred.

Benifits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D, voluntary Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• HSA, Health Care FSA
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Paid holidays