Who We Are
Robinson Fans, Inc. has been a family-owned and operated business for six generations. Founded in 1892, Robinson Fans is a significant player in the industrial air-moving equipment space. Headquartered in Zelienople, PA, since 1922, Robinson Fans has locations in Trussville, AL, Lakeland, FL, and Salt Lake City, UT.
At Robinson Fans, Inc., our employees are at the core of all we do. We provide a fast-paced and supportive culture that gives our team members the environment needed to succeed. You will be trained on the skills necessary to succeed, equipped with the required feedback to grow, and will be compensated for the skills you develop.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Production Assistant that will provide support to our Production Team. This team member will primarily be responsible for the distribution and break down of our drawing/blueprint packages. In addition, this team member will assist with shipping products to customers, shipping returns to vendors and coordinating repair pickup. The Production Assistant will also work directly with our customers to analyze their needs regarding any necessary repairs or replacements. The Production Assistant will report to the Production Coordinator.
What you’ll do
- Provide assistance to the Production Coordinator.
- Provide support for the Incoming Repair Process by arranging pickup of damaged equipment or other equipment requiring repair.
- Responsible for the outbound shipment of small packages.
- Arrange for Less Than Load (LTL) and truckload shipping.
- Develop the ability to create load plans as needed.
- Breakdown blueprint drawings and distribute properly. Print work instructions, obtain weld procedures, folders, etc.
- Verify and match Sales Order data to customer Purchase Orders prior to shipment; verify or obtain customer shipping terms. Identify any discrepancies and become well-versed in shipping terminology as applied to payment terms.
- Effectively communicate with internal and external customers in-person, via email and phone.
- Track and follow-up on any unresolved or unanswered questions in regard to production and shipping.
- Collaborate with the Machine Shop to provide a list of new work as it surfaces in the drawing packages.
- Ensure shipments are finalized and the relevant documents are archived in a timely manner.
- Assist with shipping operations as needed for Robinson Fans Utah and Robinson Fans Florida.
- Generate customs documents for foreign shipments as needed.
What you’ll bring
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- 1-3 years of administrative experience a plus.
- Experience in Enterprise Resource Planning systems (ERPs), blueprint reading and logistics a plus.
- Proficiency in MS Office programs.
Skills, Values, and Knowledge
- Accountability & Integrity
- Innovation & Continuous Improvement
- Safety Awareness
- Adaptability & Flexibility
- Decision Making & Problem-Solving
- Personal Initiatives
- Quality/Work Standards/Details
- Results Oriented
- Teamwork & Collaboration
Benefits
Robinson offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401k w/ strong company match, annual profit sharing, quarterly production bonuses, tuition reimbursement and paid time off, including paid parental leave, paid vacation time and ten paid holidays.
Robinson Fans, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, religion, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other characteristic or trait protected by federal, state, or local law.