Production Control Coordinator

Bluefors•Syracuse, NY

5d•$23 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Bluefors is seeking a Production Control Coordinator to support multiple departments at its Syracuse, New York location. The role manages production documentation, generates work orders, and maintains accurate data flow across operations, contributing to production planning and execution in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The coordinator supports inventory control by running supply and demand models in the ERP system; generates, prints, and releases work orders and pick lists; performs work order closing transactions to update inventory from work-in-progress to finished goods; and creates work order packets while assisting with job routing coordination. The role also involves maintaining electronic records, attending meetings to gather updates on orders and timelines, communicating scheduling needs and shortages to production supervisors, coordinating material and supply orders, monitoring quality-related part needs, and preparing reports and presentations. General administrative support is also required. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The posting lists six months or more of administrative or manufacturing planning experience as preferred, an associate degree in a related field as preferred, and 1–2 years of ERP experience as highly preferred. Candidates should have familiarity with bills of materials, routings, and inventory control methods, strong communication and organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, and the ability to enter large volumes of data accurately. The role is based in both office and manufacturing environments and requires applicable personal protective equipment in manufacturing areas. Sponsorship for work authorization is not offered.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Six months or more of administrative or manufacturing planning experience is preferred.
Familiarity with bills of materials, routings, and inventory control methods.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including excellent command of English.
Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
Effective time management and ability to prioritize tasks.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint.
Ability to enter large volumes of data accurately and efficiently.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Commitment to safety and alignment with company Leadership Principles and workplace competencies.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a related field.
One to two years of experience working with ERP systems; highly preferred.
Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
Experience with data analysis, reporting, and presentation development.
A proactive approach to identifying process improvements.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across departments.
Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
Positive attitude and alignment with company values, including safety, diversity, and organizational effectiveness.

Responsibilities

Support inventory control by running supply and demand models within the ERP system.
Generate, print, and release work orders and pick lists to the production floor.
Perform work order closing transactions and update inventory quantities, including tracking work-in-progress to finished goods.
Create and distribute work order packets and assist with job routing coordination.
Enter data and maintain accurate electronic documentation through filing and recordkeeping.
Attend meetings to gather updates on new orders, revisions, supplier issues, and production timelines.
Coordinate ordering of materials and supplies.
Generate weekly and monthly reports.
Communicate scheduling requirements and shortages with production supervisors.
Monitor quality-related part needs and coordinate with the Quality department.
Update meeting presentations and support general administrative tasks.
Perform additional duties as assigned.