Operations Specialist

Access Vascular•Billerica, MA

6d•$65,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Operations Specialist supports day-to-day operational activities across purchasing, inventory control, production support, order processing, and warehouse operations within a medical device manufacturing environment. This role ensures accurate material flow from receiving through production and final customer shipment while maintaining compliance with internal quality system and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or relevant coursework preferred
Previous experience in operations, purchasing, inventory control, manufacturing, or warehouse roles required; medical device manufacturing experience preferred
Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, traceability, and documentation
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and ERP/MRP or inventory management systems
Basic understanding of purchasing, supply chain, and production support processes
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively support cross-functional teams
Familiarity with warehouse tools and equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, ladders, box cutters) preferred
Ability to lift and move materials (up to 50 lbs.) and spend portions of the day standing or walking in a warehouse environment
Dependable, proactive, and solution-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset

Responsibilities

Create, manage, and track work orders to support medical device production
Perform some purchasing activities for production materials, consumables, and non-BOM items, including issuing purchase orders and tracking deliveries
Assist in maintaining appropriate inventory levels using min/max planning, production schedules, and supplier lead times
Process customer orders accurately and coordinate with warehouse personnel to ensure timely picking, packing, and shipment of finished medical devices
Execute inventory transactions including receipts, transfers, adjustments, cycle counts, and finished goods transactions within the inventory management system
Maintain accurate inventory records and support material traceability in accordance with internal quality and regulatory requirements
Ensure materials are purchased only from approved suppliers and work with Quality to maintain supplier compliance
Provide backup support for warehouse operations, including picking, packing, staging, labeling, and organizing materials
Coordinate with Operations, Quality, Production, Sales, and Warehouse teams to resolve inventory discrepancies, shortages, or order issues
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory accuracy, purchasing efficiency, and operational flow
Follow all safety practices, company policies, and quality standards at all times
Perform other duties as assigned by management