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Production Coordinator

Food Mfg
20 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Newark, NJ, United States
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Job Overview Must speak spanish, computer savvy, well versed in ERP and production scheduling. We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Production Coordinator to join our manufacturing team. In this vital role, you will orchestrate production schedules, coordinate supply chain activities, and ensure seamless communication across departments to meet production goals efficiently. Your proactive approach will help optimize manufacturing processes, manage inventory levels, and support demand planning efforts. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment where technical proficiency and cross-functional collaboration drive success. Duties Develop and maintain master production schedules (MPS) to align with demand forecasts and customer requirements. Coordinate with supply chain teams to manage procurement, logistics, and inventory control, ensuring materials are available for production. Utilize ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, and other production management software to track inventory levels, production progress, and order statuses. Analyze Excel spreadsheets and manufacturing data to identify trends, forecast demand accurately, and support demand planning initiatives. Collaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize production workflows using lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement strategies. Monitor logistics inventory management to prevent stockouts or excess inventory, maintaining optimal inventory levels across all sites. Facilitate cross-functional communication between procurement, production, logistics, and quality assurance teams for smooth operations. Skills Strong technical proficiency with supply chain management systems such as SAP, Oracle, and ERP platforms. Expertise in demand forecasting analysis and master production scheduling (MPS). Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel for data analysis and spreadsheet management. Knowledge of manufacturing processes, inventory management systems, and logistics inventory management practices. Experience with production planning techniques including MRP (Material Requirements Planning) and lean manufacturing methodologies. Excellent communication skills to coordinate effectively across departments and stakeholders. Ability to analyze complex data sets using Excel spreadsheets and apply insights to improve production efficiency. Join us as a Production Coordinator if you’re passionate about streamlining manufacturing operations through innovative supply chain solutions! Your technical skills combined with your proactive mindset will be essential in driving our production success while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. Pay: From $60,000.00 per year Work Location: In person

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