Production Coordinator

Job Summary:

The Production Coordinator tracks orders throughout the production process. The PC serves as the daily contact on the shop floor for work order scheduling and start/finish status. This position is also responsible for ensuring the system promised delivery dates are regularly maintained and revised when necessary which triggers Customer Service to notify customers of delays in schedule. Maintaining correct priorities on the shop floor and ensuring product flow and organization of all production activities are key responsibilities of this position.

Job Responsibilities:

• The Production Coordinator verifies that customer orders ship on time and expedites manufacturing as required.
• Confers with departmental leads or other personnel to assess progress and discuss any needed changes in production or delivery schedule.
• The PC shall act as a liaison between the Production Staff and Customer Service/Sales representatives.
• Tracks jobs through the production process and ensures promised delivery dates are met. Updates sales orders with revised dates and rationale for the delay.
• Reconciles work in process (WIP) with current open sales order information by ensuring all job boxes are labeled with the current customer and sales order information.
• The PC participates in continuous improvement of customer delivery metrics and all relevant requirements of an employee of Stellar Technology.
• Continuous learning and understanding are required surrounding the design and use of our products/associated software and their intended applications.
• Requires the ability to use related software applications and quickly grasp and understand engineering concepts surrounding these products and their development.
• Works safely and actively participates in all plant safety directives while adhering to all safety guidelines and procedures.
• Moves jobs through the floor daily and lines up production staff with the appropriate work.
• Other assignments as required.

Competencies Required:

• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with high tolerance for interruptions and changing priorities.
• Must be dependable and available to work overtime when required.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively and efficiently with limited supervision.
• Ability to communicate professionally with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to learn technical concepts quickly and be able to explain them clearly and concisely in writing.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Accurate work with superior organization and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• General understanding of inventory management processes and tools.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at a time.
• Physical Requirements: The daily physical requirements for this position are broken down as follows: CONTINUOUS (75-100% of shift): Sitting, standing, and remaining awake and alert at all times. FREQUENT (25-75% of shift): Walking and bending, OCCASIONAL (1-25% of shift): Stooping, twisting, squatting, and reaching above.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.

ITAR Restricted: This position is restricted to US Citizens, Permanent Residents or Green Card Holders.

EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disability. Stellar Technology is a Diverse Work Force Employer.