Description
* To be considered for the position, a resume must be uploaded**
Production Planning Coordinator
Position reports to the Plant Manager. Employee filling this position is responsible accurate record keeping and computer information entry associated with Production Orders, reconciliation, and scheduling.
- Utilizing SAP, shop floor, emails, the person filling this job creates daily production orders and distributes to supervisors and load out personal.
- Schedules inbound appointments of trucks for raw receiving.
- Yield tracking, inventory controls, sales volume scheduling.
- Reviews daily Standard Operating Procedures and forwards relevant information to the appropriate manager or supervisor and load out team members.
- Distributes Load sheets and pick up times via incoming mail.
Responsibility for Confidential Information: Must be able to follow policies e g; company code of business ethics and conduct, Internet email usage policies and password protection policies along with all accompanying polices regarding company assets and information.
Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required
Work Experience: Prior computer skills a must
Technical Skills: Must have experience with SAP, Shop Floor, Microsoft Word, Excel
Language Skills: : Must possess the ability to communicate and/or read and understand documents such as production orders, PICK sheets, SOPS, safety rules, work rules, HACCP regulations, policy and/or procedure manuals.
Math Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide as needed.
Plant & Administrative Support
- Provide direct support to the Plant Manager
- Maintain and organize plant logs, records, and documentation
- Prepare reports, summaries, and presentations as needed
- Assist with scheduling, meetings, and daily coordination
Purchasing & PO Management
- Create and submit purchase requisitions
- Receive and process purchase orders (POs)
- Track orders and follow up with vendors and internal teams
- Ensure accurate documentation and recordkeeping
Reporting & KPI Tracking
- Pull and compile plant reports
- Track and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Assist in analyzing data and identifying trends
Communication & Coordination
- Act as a liaison between operations, HR, and leadership
- Support plant communication and engagement initiatives
- Coordinate plant events, meetings, and cross-functional activities
HR Support
- Assist with onboarding coordination and employee documentation
- Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates
- Support HR-related administrative tasks within the plant
Qualifications
- High school diploma
- 1+ years of administrative, coordinator, or plant support experience
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to handle confidential information professionally
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a manufacturing or plant environment
- Familiarity with purchasing systems and PO processes
- Experience tracking KPIs or working with reports
- Basic HR knowledge or experience
Reporting Structure
- This position reports directly to the Plant Manager and is also overseen by the HR supervisor.
Work Environment
Schedule
- Monday through Friday
- Occasional Saturdays based on plant needs, projects, or engagement activities
- Must have flexibility to support business needs as required
Pay: $ 21.00
List all employment for the past five (5) years, including Full-time, part-time, temporary, contract, and seasonal roles, even if included on your resume. Completed start and end dates (month/day/year) are require. Applications with incomplete, missing, or inaccurate work history will not be considered.
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