Program Administrator in St. Peter, Minnesota at Creation Technologies

Position Title: Program Administrator

Location: St. Peter, MN, USA

Position Type: Full time

Req ID: JR6398

Description:

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Based in Creation’s St. Peter office, the Program Administrator (PA) is the steady rhythm behind seamless program execution—part analyst, part organizer, and part collaborator. With a sharp eye for detail and a growing knack for problem-solving, the PA keeps operations flowing smoothly while stepping confidently into more complex challenges. They don’t just support the program—they elevate it, turning data into insight, coordinating across teams, and helping decisions land with impact. From managing logistics to engaging with customers, the PA is a trusted partner who brings structure, clarity, and a touch of finesse to every stage of the manufacturing journey.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but not limited to:

• Manage and maintain program documentation, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and resolution of discrepancies while proposing workflow improvements.
• Oversee customer Purchase Orders (POs) and Return Material Authorizations (RMAs), ensuring alignment, tracking discrepancies, and preparing Accounts Receivable (AR) statements with financial insights.
• Track and manage program timelines and milestones, coordinating with production teams and customers to align schedules and resolve conflicts.
• Monitor and coordinate order processing and shipping logistics, providing recommendations for supply chain improvements.
• Serve as primary customer contact, delivering updates, resolving queries, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Prepare status reports combining milestone tracking, performance metrics, and financial insights, analyzing data to propose solutions and drive improvements.
• Address production or logistical challenges, coordinating cross-functional teams to resolve issues and escalating critical items as needed.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives, document best practices, implement corrective actions, and mentor team members.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree or related experience.
• Accumulated 3+ years of hands-on experience in an Operations, Customer Service, or Admin role within CFTS
• Experience in Enterprise Resource Planning Systems such as Oracle.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Highly organized with an advanced ability to manage complex schedules, track deliverables, and maintain high-level documentation accuracy.
• Effective and professional verbal and written English communication skills are necessary for collaborating with cross[1]functional teams and customers. The role requires frequent updates, coordination, and sometimes negotiation to ensure smooth program execution.
• Advanced proficiency in Oracle and Rapid Response (or equivalent ERP).
• Intermediate to advanced user of MS Office (medium-advanced Excel (e.g., pivot tables, data analysis). PowerPoint skills to create and format presentations).
• Attention to detail and able to identify patterns in data and provide actionable recommendations for process improvements.
• Demonstrated understanding of electronics manufacturing processes, terms, and technologies (e.g., printed circuit board assembly (PCBA), component sourcing) to communicate effectively with technical teams.
• Solid understanding of supply chain management, logistics, or procurement processes.
• Provides mentorship to PA1 team members and supports knowledge-sharing among peers.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $50,000 - $59,000 annually. Full-time employees are also eligible for performance based bonuses and benefits. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, education, location, and shift. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on the date of hire, schedule type, and hours worked.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Creation Technologies is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require any accommodations to complete the application process or need the job posting in an alternative format, please email Accessibility@creationtech.com. You will be connected with our Talent Acquisition team.

If you are contacted regarding the position, please inform our Talent Acquisition team of any accommodations you may need during the recruiting process. All information related to accommodation requests will be handled confidentially.

Canada: Title for the position will be in accordance with applicable national and local laws.

About Us:

3,000+ Industry all-stars. Entrepreneurial thinkers. Thoughtful collaborators. Bold problem-solvers. Passionate change-makers.

Creation fosters a community of commitment, comradery, integrity, and inclusion. At our core, we know it’s our people who make us a leading Global Electronic Manufacturing Services provider. That’s why Creation genuinely invests in our people, instilling family like values and a diverse, dynamic, and rewarding work environment where people learn, work, and grow together. Creation truly cares, inspiring employees to grow, develop and advance their careers. At Creation, we pride ourselves in our people, our culture, and our corporate purpose, it’s rooted in everything that we do.