Bilingual Supply Chain Manager

Tolar Manufacturing Company, Inc; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tolar Manufacturing Company, Inc. seeks a Bilingual Production Planning, Scheduling, & Expediting Coordinator to join its Corona, CA facility on a full-time, on-site basis.

You will create and update production schedules, coordinate with production, engineering, purchasing and sales to align capacity, materials, and deadlines, and expedite critical jobs to meet delivery commitments. You will maintain accurate data in planning systems, support continuous improvement initiatives, and clearly

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; degree in logistics, supply chain, or related field preferred.
• Experience in production planning and creating detailed shop floor schedules.

Responsibilities

• Direct a dock team of 5-6 workers through inbound receiving, production and warehousing activities.
• Assign dock doors, staging lanes, and equipment based on daily schedule and priorities.
• Conduct pre-shift safety briefings and ensure PPE and safe handling procedures are followed.
• Monitor dock throughput, error rates, attendance and adherence to procedures.
• Address freight exceptions in real time (short shipments, damaged goods, no-shows).
• Coordinate with warehouse and inventory control on discrepancies and put-away priority.
• Coach dock workers on performance issues and document conversations for progressive discipline.
• Maintain dock equipment and submit maintenance work orders.
• Report shift performance metrics to management at end-of-shift summaries.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Manage inventory accuracy, stock levels, and product placement.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness, organization and safety compliance.
• Monitor stock turnover and place replenishment orders as needed.
• Use WMS to track inventory and shipment data.
• Prepare shipping documents, bills of lading, and labels.
• Supervise loading and unloading of trucks and routing.

Skills

Production Planning

Production Schedules

Analytical Skills

ERP/MRP

WMS

Excel

Attention to detail

Multi-project management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain, or related field

Tools

WMS

ERP/MRP

Job description

Job Description Bilingual Supply Chain Manager

Company Description

Tolar Manufacturing Company, Inc., founded in 1991, is a North American leader in the design and fabrication of transit shelters, solar solutions, street furniture, and digital/information displays. The company supplies durable, high-quality outdoor structures that reflect the character and needs of local communities, serving major clients such as Los Angeles and San Diego. Operating from a 53,000-square-foot facility, Tolar employs a diverse, multi-disciplined team of design engineers, production professionals, administrative staff, and sales personnel. Tolar produces more than 35% of the domestic transit street furniture market and is also a trusted provider for lifestyle centers, shopping malls, and airports. The company is known for long-lasting products, strong client relationships, and innovative advertising and information display architecture.

Role Description

The Bilingual Production Planning, Scheduling, & Expediting Coordinator is a full-time, on-site role based in Corona, CA. This position is responsible for creating, maintaining, and updating production schedules to ensure efficient workflow and on-time delivery of products. Day-to-day tasks include coordinating with production, engineering, purchasing, and sales teams to align capacity, materials, and deadlines; monitoring work orders and progress; The coordinator will track and expedite critical jobs, adjust schedules as needed, and prepare reports on production status and performance. This role also involves maintaining accurate data in planning systems, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and communicating schedule changes and priorities clearly across the organization.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess strong Production Planning and Production Schedules skills, including experience creating and managing detailed shop floor schedules.
• Candidates should possess solid Planning and Analytical Skills to forecast demand, allocate resources, and resolve scheduling conflicts using data-driven decisions.
• Experience in manufacturing or fabrication environments, preferably metal or custom structures, is beneficial.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP or similar production planning software and strong Excel skills is preferred.
• Ability to organize multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced setting.
• Relevant education such as an associate or bachelor’s degree in operations, supply chain, business, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct a dock team of 5-6 workers through daily inbound receiving, receiving inspection, production & warehousing material handlers, outbound shipping, and freight handling activities
• Assign dock doors, staging lanes, and equipment to carrier arrivals and departures based on the day's schedule and priorities
• Conduct pre-shift safety briefings and ensure all dock personnel are wearing required PPE and following safe material handling procedures
• Monitor dock worker performance: throughput rates, error rates, attendance, and adherence to standard procedures
• Address freight exceptions in real time: short shipments, damaged goods, carrier no-shows, and urgent outbound scheduling changes
• Coordinate with the warehouse and inventory control teams on receiving discrepancies, product holds, and put away priority
• Coach dock workers on performance issues and document conversations for progressive discipline when needed
• Maintain dock equipment - forklifts, pallet jacks, dock levelers by tracking defects and submitting maintenance work orders
• Report ongoing shift performance metrics to Management at end-of-shift summaries
• Ensure compliance with safety rules, sanitation, and quality standards
• Manage inventory accuracy, stock levels, and product placement
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness, organization, and safety compliance
• Monitor stock turnover and place replenishment orders as needed
• Use warehouse management systems (WMS) to track inventory and shipment data
• Prepare and issue shipping documents, bills of lading, and labels
• Supervise loading and unloading of trucks, ensuring proper packaging and routing
• Coordinate with carriers and freight forwarders for pickups and deliveries
• Ensure shipments meet delivery schedules and customer requirements
• Schedule and assign work to receiving, warehousing, and shipping teams
• Identify process improvements to reduce costs and increase throughput

Education

High school diploma or GED; degree in logistics, supply chain, or related field preferred.

Experience

5+ years in warehouse, receiving, shipping, or logistics operations

Certifications

Forklift operator, OSHA 10-hour, Hazmat shipping, or related credentials

Skills

Strong leadership, problem-solving, attention to detail, strong computer skills, and knowledge of WMS and logistics software