Production Control Coordinator

Guhring, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Guhring, Inc. is seeking a Production Control Coordinator to manage production orders, labor transactions, and related manufacturing data on a daily basis. You will ensure timely processing and accurate reporting to support manufacturing operations and scheduling.

The role requires strong data-entry skills, attention to detail, and experience with ERP/MRP systems. Join a team focused on continuous improvement in production workflows and documentation accuracy.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with MS Office including Excel; Word and Outlook.
• Experience with data entry and keeping accurate records.
• Experience with ERP, MRP, or manufacturing information systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process, review, and maintain production orders, work orders, employee labor transactions, and related manufacturing data.
• Monitor and track the status of production orders to ensure timely completion and accurate reporting.
• Prepare, review, and maintain production logs, routing sheets, and manufacturing records.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of work order information, labor reporting, and production transactions.
• Coordinate with production supervisors, department managers, and team leaders to resolve discrepancies and improve data accuracy.
• Generate and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly production reports and performance metrics.
• Maintain accurate filing systems and electronic records for production, inventory, and operational documentation.
• Support manufacturing planning and scheduling activities by providing timely production status updates.
• Assist in tracking inventory movement, material consumption, and order progress as required.
• Enter and maintain data within ERP, MRP, production control, and Microsoft Office systems.
• Investigate and correct production order, labor reporting, and costing discrepancies.
• Monitor compliance with established procedures and company policies regarding production documentation.
• Serve as backup support for other administrative and production control functions when required.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that improve production reporting accuracy, efficiency, and workflow.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Data entry

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Production Control Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, tracking, and maintaining accurate production and work order data to support manufacturing operations. This position ensures the timely processing of production orders, labor reporting, inventory transactions, and manufacturing documentation while supporting efficient workflow throughout the organization. This role works closely with production supervisors, department managers, planners, and other functional teams to ensure the accuracy of production data and the effective execution of manufacturing schedules.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBLITIES

• Process, review, and maintain production orders, work orders, employee labor transactions, and related manufacturing data.
• Monitor and track the status of production orders to ensure timely completion and accurate reporting.
• Prepare, review, and maintain production logs, routing sheets, and manufacturing records.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of work order information, labor reporting, and production transactions.
• Coordinate with production supervisors, department managers, and team leaders to resolve discrepancies and improve data accuracy.
• Generate and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly production reports and performance metrics.
• Maintain accurate filing systems and electronic records for production, inventory, and operational documentation.
• Support manufacturing planning and scheduling activities by providing timely production status updates.
• Assist in tracking inventory movement, material consumption, and order progress as required.
• Enter and maintain data within ERP, MRP, production control, and Microsoft Office systems.
• Investigate and correct production order, labor reporting, and costing discrepancies.
• Monitor compliance with established procedures and company policies regarding production documentation.
• Serve as backup support for other administrative and production control functions when required.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that improve production reporting accuracy, efficiency, and workflow.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or minimum of one year of administrative, production control, manufacturing support, logistics, inventory control or related experience.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• Proficiency with MS office including excel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience working with ERP, MRP, or manufacturing information systems preferred.
• Strong data entry and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy while handling large volumes of data.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.