Production Control Coordinator $20-$27/hr

Gilder Search Group; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group seeks a detail-oriented Production Control Coordinator for a temporary 3‑month assignment to support daily manufacturing operations. You will issue work orders, monitor schedules, track progress, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to help ensure on‑time customer delivery.

We require 3–5 years in production control or scheduling, ERP/MRP and Excel proficiency, and a related degree. Automotive manufacturing experience is a plus; Monday–Friday day shifts on-site.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in production control, scheduling, or manufacturing.
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Issue and manage daily production work instructions.
• Monitor production schedules and track progress.
• Identify production delays and communicate issues promptly.
• Coordinate with production, planning, logistics, and other departments to resolve scheduling concerns.
• Maintain accurate production records and close completed work orders.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and help ensure on-time customer delivery.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Assoc or BS in related field

Job description

Production Control Coordinator (Temporary – 3 Month Assignment)

Schedule:

• 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM OR


• 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM


• Monday–Friday

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Production Control Coordinator to support daily manufacturing operations. In this role, you will issue production work orders, monitor production schedules, track progress, and communicate with cross-functional teams to help ensure customer orders are completed on time.

Responsibilities

• Issue and manage daily production work instructions.


• Monitor production schedules and track progress.


• Identify production delays and communicate issues promptly.


• Coordinate with production, planning, logistics, and other departments to resolve scheduling concerns.


• Maintain accurate production records and close completed work orders.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives and help ensure on-time customer delivery.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred.


• 3–5 years of experience in production control, scheduling, or manufacturing.


• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred.


• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.


• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Work Environment

• Office-based position with regular interaction on the production floor.


• Fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Assignment Details

• Temporary 3-month assignment


• Day Shift: 7:30 AM–4:00 PM or 8:00 AM–4:30 PM


• Full-time, Monday–Friday

If you enjoy keeping production on track and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you!