Production Planning Coordinator

Crestfield Talent

  • Chicago, Illinois
  • 1 day ago
  • $54,000–$70,000 Per Year

Highlights

Production Planning • Production Scheduling • Supply Chain Coordination • Inventory Management • Manufacturing Operations • Resource Planning • Workflow Management • Material Requirements Planning • ERP Software • Microsoft Excel • Operational Reporting • Process Improvement • Logistics Coordination • Problem Solving • Time Management • Team Collaboration. The successful candidate would work closely with production managers, supply chain teams, inventory specialists, and operations departments to coordinate production activities, monitor schedules, and support timely completion of operational objectives.

Numbers & Facts

LocationChicago, Illinois
Salary$54,000–$70,000 Per Year

Description

Crestfield Talent's proposed Production Planning Coordinator position focuses on coordinating production schedules, monitoring operational workflows, and supporting efficient manufacturing and supply chain activities.

This hybrid position is ideal for individuals who enjoy organizing schedules, solving operational challenges, managing multiple priorities, and collaborating with different departments.

The successful candidate would work closely with production managers, supply chain teams, inventory specialists, and operations departments to coordinate production activities, monitor schedules, and support timely completion of operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate daily production schedules and operational activities

  • Monitor production timelines, milestones, and delivery requirements

  • Collaborate with manufacturing, inventory, and supply chain departments

  • Assist with production planning and resource allocation

  • Track inventory availability and material requirements

  • Identify potential production delays and communicate concerns

  • Maintain accurate production records and scheduling documentation

  • Coordinate with suppliers and vendors regarding material availability

  • Monitor workflow efficiency and recommend process improvements

  • Support production managers with scheduling and operational planning

  • Track production orders and monitor completion deadlines

  • Prepare production reports and operational performance updates

  • Assist with inventory management and stock coordination

  • Collaborate with logistics teams to support timely product distribution

  • Help ensure production activities follow established quality and operational standards

Qualifications

  • Strong organizational and time management skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to manage multiple schedules and operational priorities

  • Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and business management software

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

  • Strong interpersonal and coordination skills

  • Familiarity with inventory management or production scheduling systems is beneficial

  • Previous experience in production planning, manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, or related fields is preferred but not required

Preferred Skills

Production Planning • Production Scheduling • Supply Chain Coordination • Inventory Management • Manufacturing Operations • Resource Planning • Workflow Management • Material Requirements Planning • ERP Software • Microsoft Excel • Operational Reporting • Process Improvement • Logistics Coordination • Problem Solving • Time Management • Team Collaboration

Position Highlights

  • Hybrid work arrangement

  • Full-time employment

  • Production planning and operational coordination responsibilities

  • Collaborative professional environment

  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

  • Exposure to manufacturing and supply chain operations

  • Transferable skills across multiple business industries

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