Production Planning Coordinator - HC

Span-America Medical Systems Inc•Maryland Heights, MO

2d•$29 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Planning Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and executing production schedules to support efficient manufacturing operations. This role operates under the direction of the Production Manager to maintain schedule accuracy, ensure material availability, and facilitate effective cross-functional communication. Additionally, the Production Planning Coordinator provides floor-level leadership as needed to support daily operations, including during periods when the Production Manager is unavailable.

Requirements

Demonstrated strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail with the ability to read and interpret written information accurately
Adaptability to changing priorities, delays, and unexpected events
Demonstrates reliability through consistent attendance and punctuality
Follows instructions and responds appropriately to management direction
Maintains a sense of urgency and works efficiently to meet deadlines
Adheres to established safety and security procedures
Exercises sound judgment in determining appropriate actions beyond established guidelines
Proactively identifies and reports potentially unsafe conditions
Effective communication and teamwork skills across all levels of the organization
Ability to read and comprehend basic instructions, short correspondence, and internal communications
Ability to compose clear and concise written correspondence
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group settings with customers, clients, and employees across the organization
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required
Experience in production scheduling, planning, or coordination
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, material flow, and production operations
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, along with experience using production tracking and reporting tools
Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, with AX12 preferred

Nice To Haves

2–5 years of experience in manufacturing, production, or supply chain environments preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain daily and weekly production schedules within AX12
Sequence work orders in alignment with established priorities and operational guidelines
Update production schedules to reflect real-time status changes and operational needs
Monitor production progress against established schedules and targets
Identify potential risks to schedule adherence and communicate issues proactively
Escalate delays, constraints, and scheduling conflicts to the Production Manager
Monitor material availability and proactively communicate any shortages or gaps
Coordinate with procurement and warehouse teams to ensure production readiness
Support material staging to align with production schedules and requirements
Communicate schedule updates and production status to cross-functional teams
Facilitate coordination between production, customer experience, and warehouse teams
Escalate priority conflicts or operational constraints as necessary
Maintain accurate production and order data within AX12
Assist in tracking and reporting key performance metrics, including schedule adherence and production output
Support preparation and participation in weekly operations reviews
Provides functional direction and guidance to production personnel to support effective schedule execution
Assist in coordinating daily production floor activities in the absence of the Production Manager
Promote and support adherence to established safety, quality, and production standards