Production & Purchasing Coordinator
Sjogren IndustriesProduction & Purchasing Coordinator Sjogren Industries Worcester, Massachusetts Full Time, On Site Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM Compensation: Starting at $70,000 annually, based on experience Sjogren Industries is seeking a Production & Purchasing Coordinator to join our manufacturing team in Worcester. This is a hands on position supporting purchasing, production control, order management, accounting administration, and employee administration. The role works closely with our Plant Manager and serves as an important point of coordination between Production, Sales, Accounting, Management, employees, customers, and vendors. We are looking for someone with manufacturing purchasing experience who is organized, proactive, comfortable working with the production floor, and able to take ownership of responsibilities from start to finish. Key Responsibilities Purchase raw materials, components, supplies, and outside services required for production Manage purchase orders, blanket orders, shortages, recurring requirements, vendor pricing, and material delivery dates Communicate with suppliers regarding quotations, availability, delivery schedules, and purchasing issues Generate and maintain production work orders and related ERP records Monitor material and job status throughout production and follow up on open or late items Assist the Plant Manager with maintaining production schedules, priorities, and accurate lead times Track production performance, on time delivery, backlog, and other key operating metrics Maintain accurate inventory, router, work order, and purchasing information Support customer order status communication and standard customer invoicing Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and related accounting administration Serve as an administrative liaison between employees and company management Assist with employee onboarding, benefits administration, personnel records, training documentation, and other routine HR administration Qualifications Prior purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment preferred Experience with purchase orders, blanket orders, material shortages, vendors, and production driven purchasing requirements preferred Experience using an ERP or MRP system Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Outlook Strong written and verbal communication skills Comfortable working with manufacturing personnel on the production floor Proactive approach to problem solving and follow through Strong attention to detail and accuracy Experience in CNC machining, metalworking, or industrial manufacturing is a plus The Right Candidate We are looking for someone who wants to take ownership and grow with the position. The successful candidate will initially work closely with our Plant Manager to learn Sjogren's systems and processes, with the expectation of taking increasing responsibility for purchasing, production control, vendor management, and operational coordination over time. Schedule Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM One hour lunch Full time, on site in Worcester, Massachusetts Compensation Starting at $70,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications. Benefits Sjogren Industries offers health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement benefits, and other company benefits available to eligible employees.