Production Support Specialist

Placon Corporation • Madison, WI

5d • $20 - $26 • Onsite

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. What You'll Do 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 What You Bring 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) Experience with Oracle or other ERP/MRP or inventory management systems (preferred) 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 Why You'll Love Working at Placon At Placon, you're joining a team that takes pride in craftsmanship, creativity, and doing work that makes a difference. You'll be part of a company that leads the industry in design innovation, sustainable materials, and customer‑focused solutions. A Culture of Innovation Our award‑winning design team pushes boundaries with every project - and you'll support the production systems that bring those ideas to life. Customer‑Driven Excellence We listen, collaborate, and deliver. Your work ensures that every product leaving our facility reflects the quality our customers expect . Growth‑Minded Environment We invest in our people. You'll have opportunities to learn new systems, support scheduling, work cross‑functionally, and grow your career in operations, planning, or quality. A Team That Cares From ideation to production, we work together to exceed expectations - for our customers and for each other. Why Join the Placon Team 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 Work Environment Office, production floor, and warehouse settings Ability to move freely throughout the facility Light lifting up to 10 lbs.; occasional lifting up to 30 lbs. for inventory tasks Schedule Onsite: Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Compensation We offer a competitive starting pay range of $20.00–$26.00 per hour, based on your experience and skill level.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees