Ensure the production process goes smoothly by making sure all the appropriate parts are in place and ready to go.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations
- Plan, schedule and coordinate of the company's products
- Evaluate raw materials and equipment to ensure everything is in place for production
- Report on the production status and any production issues to upper management
- Handle production disruptions and productivity problems
- Find ways to improve productivity and reduce costs
- Prepare and submit status and performance reports
Skills and qualifications - Knowledge of production processes and quality control
- Technical skills using material requirements planning and scheduling software
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with all levels of employees
- Organizational and time-management skills
- Deadline driven
- Coaching skills with the ability to motivate employees
- Solid analytical skills
- Self-motivated
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Requirements
Education and/or Experience - Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and/or 2 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of purchasing, production, material expediting, and MRP/ ERP systems preferred.
- Knowledge of ERP Software Global Shop a plus but not required
- 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred
- 1 year of management experience preferred