Production Planning Coordinator

UFP Industries•Brooklyn Center, MN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a highly analytical and detail-oriented Production Planning Coordinator to prepare production documentation, update production schedules, and track production status through operations and powder coating. This role will improve schedule tracking with the operations team and provide accurate production documentation to support the organization and customers. The ideal candidate will have excellent computer and effective communication skills, a strong ability to manage and execute details, and provide exceptional internal customer service.

Requirements

Minimum high school graduate with experience in business or office procedures
Knowledge and understanding of MRP system methodologies
Excellent knowledge and proficiency in the use of computer and business-related software, including Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook)
Ability to understand verbal and written instructions in English; ability to read and write basic English
Ability to successfully communicate with management and co-workers
Ability to apply business math in business situations, to plan, organize and prioritize work and to effectively interact with others
Ability to learn how to read and interpret production fabrication drawings
Ability to be mobile in the work environment
Ability to operate office and computer equipment
Ability to interact and participate within a production shop environment
Requires safety footwear
Ability to work hours mandated by management
Ability to pass a drug test
Highly motivated and enthusiastic
Strong organization skills and strong attention to detail
Be a team player and support the Company's core values and goals
Conducts oneself in a professional manner

Nice To Haves

Two or four-year business degree is a plus

Responsibilities

Prepares production drawing documentation for all product fabrications upon turnover
Participates in cross-functional fabrication turnovers and communicates and tracks material orders to purchasing
Manages and updates online production schedule tracking daily through Microsoft Teams worksheets
Prepares master packing slips for outside service product painting
Manages paint priority lists and daily updates including communication with powder coating supplier
Prepares purchase orders for offsite powder coating operations
Processes paint warranty documentation for project scopes
Tracks incoming receipt of outside service components and materials to facilitate production
Facilitates production schedules by understanding project priorities, working with project management team and operations
Assures and follows up that all product scope components are processed through operations based on lead times for consolidated shipment to the customer
Prepares decking take-off documentation for projects
Coordinates quality control of drawings to be released to fabrication
Helps create bills of operations and bills of materials shop processing documentation
Maintain post-production documentation for proper filing and storage management
Performs daily safety administrative tasks for tooling inspections and safety walks
Facilitate safety administrative reporting as needed to support safety committee and monthly reporting
Design and/or implement optimized workflows, develop process maps, SOPs, and documentation to support standardization and scalability; and facilitate any training necessary
Prepares regular and special reports as required
Performs other duties as required