Production Coordinator

Company: HYDROTECH INC
Location: Cincinnati
Posted on: April 26, 2025

Job Description:

JOB PURPOSE or JOB SUMMARY:The Production Coordinator is responsible for planning and managing the production schedule to meet on time deliveries/customer demands. This is done by maintaining and controlling the Production schedule and working with production manager/team leaders to assign and meet deliveries. The production schedule runs daily to analyze and release orders to production according to customer requirements.Contributes to a positive working culture, builds strong relationships, and lives out the values of integrity, collaboration, and accountability.ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:Planning and Managing Production SchedulePlan and manage production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements and best utilize the company's productive capacityMaintain job board with listing and spreadsheet of all jobs on the production floor by assemblerMaintain upcoming job spreadsheets for HPU and Automation ordersCreate and maintain job followers for projectsMaintain job/inspection checklist for each assembly job released to productionPrepare reports, maintain files and assign workTrack and provide report outs of KPIs to department manager(s)Analyze and Release Sales OrdersRevise ship dates as needed and re-acknowledge accordinglyCheck orders for missing componentsRevise and reschedule orders to compensate for rush order priorities, material shortages, vendors' failure to deliver or customer cancellationsAnalyzes sales order releases with respect to capacity planning and material requirementsCompletes shipping information and delivery date input during sales order reviewsCollaborate with other DepartmentsCollaborate with inventory control, purchasing, engineering and outside sales on issues regarding production ordersCreate and maintain expedite and part issue spreadsheets and communicate requested with purchasing/admin supportUpdate sales and engineering on components outside of the normal lead times; check alternativesUpdate production manager on status of upcoming and current jobs in productionCommunicates crate requirements with Inventory Control for shipment of HPUInterfaces with manufacturing personnel, the purchasing department and supervisors on material status and production planning issuesPlan and co-ordinate weekly production meetings with respective department representativesClerical/General AdministrativeRespond to routine emails, phone calls, etc.Make copies, print documents, etc.File paperworkAn individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.COMPETENCIES:Communication proficiency and time management skillsOrganization and presentation skillsTechnical CapacityProblem solving/analysis and project managementGeneral knowledge of estimating time and materials needed to complete the requested scope of workDemonstrated professionalism in sound judgment and ethical focusAdvanced ability to communicate both verbally and in writing to a full range of audiences - executives, staff, and vendorsAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OutlookAdvanced ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and vendorsDecisive but collaborative style, with strategic focus as well as an operational, implementation and detail oriented perspectiveAbility to maintain confidentiality regarding business informationPHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:Frequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for long period of timeAbility to work at a computer terminal for extended periods of timeDigital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipmentLight lifting and carrying of supplies, files, etc.Ability to speak to and hear employees/clients via phone or in personBody motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move around an office environmentAdditional Mental Requirements: compare, decide, direct, problem solve, analyze, instruct, interpretThe mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.WORKING ENVIRONMENT:Working Hours/EnvironmentOffice hours average 40 per week; may require additional hours including evening and weekends depending on business needs.Work typically performed in an indoor office setting.Tools and Equipment UsedPersonal computer, copier, fax/scanner, phone, and other typical office equipmentProject Management System SoftwareTravelMinimal to no travel requiredThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position."We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law."High School Diploma or GED1-2 years of experience in a production planning/materials controls functionOR equivalent combination of education and experienceCompensation details: 20-25 Hourly WagePI9778ae361ad8-25660-37494040

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