Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Customer Relations, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), External Audit, Genetics, High School Diploma, Internal Audit, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Management, Lift/Move 30 Pounds, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Operational Support, Operations, Oracle Applications, Oracle ERP, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Production Control, Production Planning, Production Schedule, Production Support, Production Systems, Quality Management, Reconciliation, Safety/Work Safety, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Statistical Process Control, System Validation, Warehousing, Writing Skills
Production Support Specialist
We're looking for a dependable Production Support Specialist to support our Madison, WI facility who thrives in a fast‑paced production environment and takes pride in accurate data entry, inventory control, and supporting daily manufacturing operations. If you're detail‑oriented, skilled with ERP/MRP systems, and ready to play a key role in keeping production running smoothly, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.
Compensation
We offer a competitive starting pay range of $20.00 – $26.00 per hour, based on experience and skill level.
Work Schedule
Onsite: Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM at the Madison, WI facility
Why Placon – You'll Love It Here
- A hands‑on role where your accuracy and organizational skills truly matter
- Opportunities to grow your skills in production planning, scheduling, and quality systems
- A supportive manufacturing environment with modern systems and efficient processes
- Competitive pay, great benefits, and a consistent onsite Monday–Friday schedule
- A culture focused on innovation, customer partnership, and continuous improvement
What You'll Do
- Collect, enter, and verify production data to maintain accurate reporting and KPIs
- Reconcile work order discrepancies, close work orders, and maintain organized documentation
- Respond to questions about work order status, materials, and production progress
- Perform month‑end reconciliation for jobs, batches, raw materials, and finished goods
- Conduct cycle counts, investigate inventory discrepancies, and maintain accurate stock levels
- Coordinate with Logistics on material receipts, transfers, and inventory adjustments
- Enter raw material receipts and verify documentation in ERP/MRP systems (Oracle preferred)
- Monitor and maintain production supplies including colorants, additives, and chemicals
- Provide backup support to the Production Scheduler for daily scheduling and reporting
- Support quality systems including SPC validation, non‑conforming material handling, and recordkeeping
- Assist with internal and external audits and maintain compliance with quality procedures
- Participate in continuous improvement activities and follow all safety and quality SOPs
What You Bring
- Associate Degree + 1 year of experience OR High School Diploma + 5 years in manufacturing, production planning, or inventory control
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Experience with Oracle or other ERP/MRP systems (preferred)
- High attention to detail with accurate and efficient data entry skills
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and use sound judgment
- Professionalism and strong interpersonal skills when interacting with team members and visitors
- Ability to lift 10–30 lbs. and move throughout office, production, and warehouse areas
Does this sound like you?
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Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).
Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non-immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.
Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.
This role requires the ability to work through differing perspectives and resolve conflict in a respectful and professional manner consistent with The Placon Way.