Planning Coordinator

PrecisionX Group • Stormville, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Planning Coordinator will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing production schedules to ensure on-time delivery, efficient use of resources, and smooth coordination across departments. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys solving day-to-day operational challenges.

Requirements

• Experience in production scheduling, planning, or a related manufacturing role (experience level flexible — we welcome candidates ranging from early-career to more seasoned planners)
• Knowledge and expertise in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software (SAP, Oracle, Visual)
• Strong organizational skills and comfort managing multiple priorities at once
• Solid analytical skills — comfortable working with spreadsheets and production data
• Clear communicator who can work cross-functionally with production floor staff and management
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to adapt quickly when plans change
• Regard for safety – Ability to follow safety rules and processes and keeps own safety and the safety of others in the forefront of every action.
• Integrity – Ability to demonstrate consistency between words and actions. Follows through on commitments
• Attitude – Ability to maintain a positive mindset towards achieving success and eagerness and willingness to accept and meet challenges.
• Work Ethic – Ability to make decisions based upon ethical principles, considering how the choice will affect others
• Customer orientation – Ability to prioritize the customer needs first.
• Communication – Ability to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• Answering phones
• Greeting guests
• Ordering office and factory supplies
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or operations is a plus
• Prior experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or logistics environment is highly valued
• Any coursework or certification in supply chain (APICS CPIM, etc.) stands out

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on demand, capacity, and material availability
• Coordinate closely with production, procurement, quality, and shipping teams to align schedules with business priorities
• Monitor work orders and adjust schedules in response to machine downtime, staffing changes, or material delays
• Track key production metrics (throughput, on-time completion, schedule adherence) and report on performance
• Identify bottlenecks and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency
• Maintain accurate data in the ERP/MRP system related to scheduling, work orders, and inventory
• Communicate schedule changes clearly to relevant stakeholders and shift leads
• Support inventory and capacity planning as needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED