Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
About Snack Innovations Snack Innovations is a leading manufacturer of better-for-you salty snack food located in Piscataway NJ. We produce a wide range of snack chips, sticks, straws, curls and popcorn.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organized Manufacturing Support Coordinator to support day-to-day administrative and operational activities at our Piscataway, New Jersey manufacturing facility. This role is built for someone who understands a production environment, pays close attention to product and packaging details, and can keep vendor information, purchase orders, materials, and deadlines organized and moving forward.
Core Responsibilities
Packaging & Product Documentation
Review product information, packaging details, specifications, and related documents for accuracy and completeness
Maintain organized packaging records, product information, spreadsheets, files, and internal documentation
Review new packaging when ordered or received against approved information and promptly escalate discrepancies or concerns
Assist with forms, reports, labels, and other documentation needed to support manufacturing and packaging activities
Vendor, Purchasing & Timeline Coordination
Coordinate with vendors and suppliers regarding purchase orders, timelines, shipments, deliveries, and outstanding information
Track purchase orders, materials, shipments, and status updates against production needs and established deadlines
Follow up consistently on open items to help ensure required materials and deliverables remain on schedule
Identify and escalate delays, missing information, or other issues that could affect production or packaging timelines
Manufacturing & Administrative Support
Provide administrative and coordination support to Operations, Procurement, and other manufacturing teams
Assist with cross-functional projects and coordinate information among internal departments
Attend meetings, document updates and action items, and communicate follow-up information to the appropriate team members
Maintain accurate records and provide timely updates on assigned activities, open items, and deadlines
Manage multiple priorities while responding to changing production and business needs
Qualifications
Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment is required
Experience in food manufacturing, packaging, consumer packaged goods, or a closely related environment strongly preferred
Previous administrative, purchasing, procurement, vendor coordination, or operational support experience preferred
Experience tracking purchase orders, materials, shipments, vendor timelines, or production-related deadlines
Strong attention to detail, organization, follow-up, and recordkeeping skills
Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced production environment
Clear verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively across departments
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word; experience with purchasing, inventory, or ERP systems preferred
Self-motivated, dependable, and comfortable identifying and escalating potential problems
Ability to work on-site in Piscataway, New Jersey
Required Experience
Package review/design
Vendor or supplier communication
Procurement or purchasing support
Operations or project coordination
Experience in manufacturing, packaging, food, or consumer goods industries is a plus