Tool Room/Dispatcher

What We Do

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side-by-side vehicles, on-road vehicles with and without off-road capabilities, off-road vehicles and trucks, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq. 

Why you should join us

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee discounts. But more importantly, it’s a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and bringing great products to our customers!

If this sounds like something you would love to do, and a place you want to be a part of, get in touch with us by submitting your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

Position Summary:

Reviewing and distributing production, work, and schedules; conferring with Production Control Supervisor to determine progress of work and completion dates; and compiling reports on progress of work, inventory levels, cost, and production problems.

Position Responsibilities:

• Assist with the flow of production jobs, and tooling.
• Help to manage inventory needs as it pertains to operations
• Clean and calibrate gauges for production parts.
• Maintain a log of tools and gauging distributed to the operators
• Enter all job packet information into dispatch computer.
• Prioritize job packets based off scheduling needs for forecast, part priority, 1 ,2 3, etc.
• Maintain the job status as the work order moves through each operation.
• Assist the material handler with raw and inventory material transactions.
• Inspect packets for all needed information/ paperwork necessary for completing the work order.
• Assist scheduling with information regarding work order issues e.g., shortage of material, BOM issues, Scrap per operation.
• Filling out a scrap form on an op-to-op basis as the work order moves through the shop, this includes working with Production Supervisor to make decisions on increasing or decreasing job quantity.
• Ensuring all paperwork is completed by the operator for each operation in the job packet.
• Work with Material Handler and Set-Up personnel to pre-stage jobs and material.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

Effective time management, organizational and planning skills are essential
Critical thinking, decision making and problem-solving skills
Ability to work within a team or independently as needed
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Detail oriented and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Computer experience with MS Office

Position Qualifications:

Education: HS graduate or equivalent required

Experience: 1+ years of prior production experience

Experience in manufacturing scheduling environment preferred

Background involving machining tools / Tool crib experience

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:
 

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Manufacturing Environment

Lift up to 50 lbs. regularly

Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time

Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer

Disclaimer:  This list does not represent all physical demands.  Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs’ essential functions.

Note:  

FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate.  We base all employment decisions –including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social/recreational programs – on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity. 

Fox offers an excellent compensation package and wide-ranging opportunities for professional development.  Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 401k plan with employer matching.  Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document or employee handbook.