Production Support Specialist
About The Position
Manufacturing Production Support Specialist At Placon, we believe packaging should do more than protect a product - it should elevate it. For over 60 years, our award‑winning team has combined innovative design, sustainable materials, and precision manufacturing to create packaging that stands out on the shelf and performs flawlessly in the real world. Our Team Members bring unmatched creativity to every project, using unique tool designs, intricate trim features, and functional elements ranging from simple open‑and‑close systems to advanced tamper‑evident mechanisms. We listen closely, collaborate deeply, and work side‑by‑side with our customers from ideation through production to deliver packaging that exceeds expectations. If you want to be part of a company where craftsmanship, innovation, and customer partnership truly matter, we're looking for a Manufacturing Production Support Specialist to help keep our manufacturing operations running at their best.
Requirements
- Associate Degree and 1+ year of experience, OR High School Diploma with 5+ years in manufacturing, production planning, or inventory control
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- High attention to detail with the ability to enter data quickly and accurately into ERP/MRP systems.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently, maintain confidentiality, and use sound judgment
- Professionalism and strong interpersonal skills when interacting with team members and visitors
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Oracle or other ERP/MRP or inventory management systems (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Collect, enter, and verify production data to maintain accurate reporting, KPIs, and communication boards
- Reconcile work order discrepancies, close work orders, and maintain organized documentation
- Respond to questions about work order status, material availability, and production progress
- Perform month‑end reconciliation for jobs, batches, raw materials, finished goods, and production supplies
- Conduct cycle counts, investigate inventory discrepancies, and maintain accurate stock levels
- Coordinate with Logistics on material receipts, transfers, and inventory adjustments
- Enter raw material receipts and verify documentation against ERP/MRP systems (Oracle preferred)
- Monitor and maintain production supplies including colorants, additives, and chemicals
- Provide backup support to the Production Scheduler for daily scheduling and reporting
- Support quality systems including SPC validation, non‑conforming material handling, and recordkeeping
- Assist with internal and external audits and maintain compliance with quality procedures
- Participate in continuous improvement activities and follow all safety and quality SOPs
Benefits
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
- A stable, growing company with a strong reputation in the packaging industry
- Modern equipment, clean facilities, and efficient processes
- Real opportunities for advancement within operations, planning, and quality
- A workplace where your ideas matter and your work has a direct impact on production success
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
