Manufacturing Operations Associate

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in hands-on learning across multiple manufacturing plants by shadowing various production roles to gain a strong understanding of Applied Medical’s operational workflows.
• Complete on-the-job training, structured workshops, and guided learning modules to build foundational operational knowledge and technical skills.
• Learn and apply SAP management systems (ERP/MRP) to support tasks such as material planning, shop floor control, and production tracking.
• Aid with manufacturing cost analyses, production scheduling, capacity planning, and material requirements planning to support operational decision-making.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to cross-functional projects aimed at increasing efficiency, reducing waste, and enhancing overall operations.
• Develop capacity plans for current and future resource needs by analyzing production data and collaborating with key stakeholders.
• Train and shadow in the responsibilities of a Production Team Leader to prepare for potential advancement into leadership roles.

Position Requirements

• Curiosity and interest in an operations and manufacturing career.
• Initiative to drive change.
• High level of flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Aptitude for problem-solving and data analysis.
• Read, write, speak and communicate effectively with other team members, and comprehend work and safety instructions.

Preferred

• 4-year degree in Business Administration or Operations and Supply Chain Management.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Prior experience in SAP or other ERP data management systems.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing and production, or process-driven work environments.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation range: $24 - 28 / hour (California).
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Training and mentorship opportunities.
• On-campus wellness activities.
• Educational reimbursement program.
• 401(k) program with discretionary employer match.
• Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applied Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.