Production Coordinator

Resource Label Group•Dallas, TX

12d

About The Position

The Production Coordinator manages the end-to-end flow of orders through a label and package company’s facility. This dual-function role creates and manages the daily production schedule while ensuring raw materials and tooling are purchased and available just in time. The coordinator supports customer ship dates by balancing production efficiency, material availability, and waste reduction, using tactical and strategic demand-planning skills. The role coordinates production planning and scheduling, procurement and inventory control, and operational reporting. It also maintains ERP/MRP data and performs other operational or administrative duties assigned by management.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or 5+ years of practical experience and demonstrated mastery in a related field.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, multitasking environment.
Strong and accurate data-entry skills.
Willingness to participate in regular on-the-job training related to the role.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the master production schedule for printing presses, finishing equipment, and other dedicated items.
Monitor machine uptime and labor availability to identify bottlenecks before they affect delivery dates.
Serve as the primary liaison between Sales/Customer Service and the Production floor, providing real-time job-status updates.
Batch similar jobs by material or ink setup to reduce changeover times and increase throughput.
Purchase paper stocks, films, foils, and inks based on job requirements and historical usage.
Conduct regular cycle counts and manage safety-stock levels for high-use materials to prevent stockouts.
Coordinate the ordering of custom dies, plates, and cylinders required for specific label designs.
Develop KPIs to track production efficiency, procurement costs, and schedule attainment.
Monitor performance trends and prepare comprehensive monthly reports for the management team.
Maintain data integrity in the ERP/MRP system to support accurate reporting.
Perform other operational and administrative duties as assigned by management to support facility goals.