Alu Materials America

Location: Halls, Tennessee (1401 S Church St., Halls, TN 38040)

Job Title: Manufacturing & Business Operations Coordinators (10 Positions)

Employment Type: Full-time (Entry-level to Experienced)

Visa Sponsorship / Eligibility: Open to candidates with valid U.S. work authorization, including OPT & STEM OPT candidates

About Alu Materials America

Alu Materials America operates an aluminum materials and automotive/industrial parts manufacturing facility
in Halls, Tennessee.

We are currently seeking 10 dedicated Operations Coordinators to support daily administration, operational data management, and bilingual communication across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and corporate support departments.

This role is not a simple translation position.

You will play a vital role in managing department-specific documentation, tracking KPIs, updating ERP/operational systems, and facilitating seamless collaboration between Korean management and local U.S. staff/suppliers.

Open Positions & Key Roles (Total: 10 Openings)

Production Planning Specialist (1 Position)
Department: Production Control / Planning
Focus: Production scheduling, target vs. actual KPI tracking, inventory control (WIP & finished goods).

Production Operations Specialist (3 Positions)
Department: Manufacturing Operations (Press, Anodizing, Assembly, Maintenance)
Focus: On-site interpretation, production output logging, shift/attendance tracking, and inter-department coordination.

Quality Control Specialist (1 Position)
Department: Quality Assurance & Control
Focus: Defect data tracking, inspection records, non-conformance documents, customer quality issues, and CAPA follow-ups.

Procurement & Materials Specialist (1 Position)
Department: Purchasing & Materials
Focus: Purchase requisitions/POs, invoice matching, vendor delivery tracking, inventory reconciliation, and ERP entries.

HR Specialist (1 Position)
Department: Human Resources
Focus: Recruitment coordination, onboarding, timesheet verification for direct & temporary workers, payroll support, and personnel records.

General Affairs (GA) Specialist (1 Position)
Department: General Affairs / Administration
Focus: Facility maintenance tracking, office supplies procurement, vendor contracts, visitor logs, and travel/expense support.

IT Support Specialist (1 Position)
Department: Information Technology
Focus: Tier-1 support for PCs, printers, MS 365, network/Wi-Fi troubleshooting, IT asset management, and vendor communication.

EHS Specialist (1 Position)
Department: Environmental, Health & Safety
Focus: Safety inspection logs, PPE tracking, safety training records, near-miss/incident data entry, and environmental compliance records (OSHA/TN state guidelines support).

General Responsibilities

Bilingual Communication: Facilitate clear Korean-English verbal and written communication between Korean management,
local U.S. team members, and external vendors.
Data Management & Reporting: Collect daily/weekly/monthly operational metrics, maintain accuracy in ERP/Excel,
and generate routine performance reports.
Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Assist with tracking pending tasks, schedules, and cross-functional requests.
Compliance & Confidentiality: Maintain internal controls, strictly safeguard confidential employee/company data, and follow plant safety guidelines.

Basic Qualifications

Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States. (Recent graduates on OPT/STEM OPT
are welcome to apply; job duties must align with candidate’s major field of study).
Bilingual Proficiency: Fluent in both Korean and English (verbal and written) for effective workplace communication.
Computer Skills: Strong command of Microsoft Office applications, especially MS Excel (data management and reporting).
Detail-Oriented & Collaborative: Excellent organizational skills, numerical accuracy, and ability to thrive in a multicultural environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Role-Specific Educational Background or Experience:

Production / Quality / Procurement: Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, SCM, or manufacturing intern/work experience.

HR / GA: HR, Business Administration, Public Administration, or experience in payroll/recruitment/facilities.

IT: Computer Science, MIS, or hands-on experience in PC/network/M365 user support.

EHS: Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or related experience managing safety/EHS documents in a manufacturing environment.

Advanced Excel Skills: Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP / VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, and raw data compilation.
System Knowledge: Prior exposure to ERP, MES, or HRIS platforms.
Work Environment & Location

Workplace: On-site at Alu Materials America plant (1401 S Church St., Halls, TN 38040).
Environment: Combination of plant office and manufacturing floor depending on department needs.
Schedule: Full-time (hours may vary depending on plant production schedules).
Compensation: Commensurate with experience, department role, and company policy.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume (English or Korean) along with the following information to daeyu.park@aluko.com:

Desired Position / Department
Major & Graduation Date / Relevant Experience
Current Location & Ability to Relocate/Commute to Halls, TN
Work Authorization Status (If OPT/STEM OPT: start/end dates and degree major)
Available Start Date & Expected Salary
Contact Information:

Hiring Manager: Daeyu, Park / Executive Director of Business Operations
Phone: +1-731-272-8773
Email:daeyu.park@aluko.com