PLM Specialist

Job description:
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM):
• Configure and maintain ARENA PLM software
• Manage the flow of product data throughout its lifecycle, ensuring accurate product information is maintained in the PLM system.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and other administrators to seamlessly integrate PLM into other systems such as SolidWorks and ERP systems.
• Assist product development, design changes, and updates to ensure that product documentation is up-to-date and compliant with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with R&D, engineering, and production teams to ensure a seamless transition from concept to production.
• Monitor product obsolescence and coordinate with relevant departments to manage end-of-life (EOL) processes for products.
• Implement and enforce data management best practices within the organization
• Regularly audit data repositories to ensure data accuracy and consistency
• Provide user support and training as needed

Document Control:
• Maintain an organized system for all company documentation, ensuring it is easily accessible
• Manage change and revision control for engineering and manufacturing documentation, such as drawings, bills of materials, engineering change orders, part number assignments, etc.
• Facilitate the timely change, approval, and release of product documentation and data to include modifications to bills of material in the ERP system.
• Coordinate the controls associated with the transmission of various levels of documentation to external supplier and customer systems.
• Provide support on methods, procedures, and requirements to individuals responsible for the creation of documentation.
• Record, maintain, and report the configuration status of As-Built baselines as required.
• Ensure proper storage of all documentation, both physical and electronic, and implement document retention policies.
• Assist in audits and inspections, ensuring that document control practices meet quality, regulatory, and compliance standards.

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Required Skills & Experience

Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field (preferred).

Experience:
• 3+ years of experience in PLM and document control within a manufacturing or operational setting.
• Experience with PLM systems (Arena strongly preferred) and document control software (e.g., SharePoint).

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Skills & Competencies:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of the job.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of supply chain, inventory management, and procurement best practices
• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and standards (e.g., ISO, FDA, etc.) for document control and compliance.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.