Operations Lead Project Specialist

Who we are

Quest Global delivers world‑class end‑to‑end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi‑dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large‑scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi‑tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers.

Quest Global delivers world‑class end‑to‑end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi‑dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large‑scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi‑tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers.

• Attend department meetings, manage actions and conduct follow‑up with owners
• Review the Open Order Book and continually update/add any new PN to our Plant Site
• Assist in driving PRA’s
• Run X‑Charts to identify issues
• Review the BOM and Material Status Holds
• Help facility Work Transfer discussions
• Review Contract Holds on Customer Orders and work with team to resolve
• Ensure orders are level loaded if Plant sites indicate current schedule cannot be supported
• Manage action items and drive to closure

• BS or BA Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Technical related field with 2-3 years’ experience preferred
• Minimum AS degree with 5+ years of production support experience or equivalent
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools is required (Minimum intermediate level with Excel)
• Experience with SAP, or other MRP system, strongly preferred
• Self‑motivated and very detail oriented
• Excellent project management skills are highly preferred

Citizenship Requirements: Due to the nature of the work, you must be a US Citizen

Pay Range: $78K - $80K

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job‑related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability

This role is considered 100% on‑site position in Rockford, ILL. You must be able to commute to and from the location with your own transportation arrangements to meet the required working hours. Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Travel requirements: Minimal travel between Assembly plant and test plant.