Production Coordinator

Resource Label Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Resource Label Group is seeking a detail-oriented Production Coordinator to manage the end-to-end flow of orders in our label and package facility. You will create and maintain the daily production schedule while ensuring just-in-time procurement of substrates, inks, and tooling to meet ship dates with maximum efficiency and minimal waste.

You will act as the shop floor air traffic controller, coordinating with Sales/Customer Service and Production to provide real-time updates, track KPIs, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Must be able to work efficiently in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Must have strong and accurate data entry skills.
• Must be willing to participate in regular on-the-job training related to the role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the master production schedule for printing presses, finishing equipment, and other dedicated items.
• Monitor machine uptime and labor availability to identify bottlenecks before they impact delivery dates.
• Act as the primary liaison between Sales/Customer Service and the Production floor to provide real-time updates on job status.
• Batch similar jobs (by material or ink setup) to reduce changeover times and increase throughput.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Data entry

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

5+ years of practical experience

Job description

We're looking for a detail-oriented and highly organized Production Coordinator to join our label & package company. In this role, you'll be responsible for the end-to-end flow of orders through our facility. This dynamic & dual-function role involves creating and managing the daily production schedule while simultaneously ensuring all raw materials, such as specialized substrates, adhesives, inks, and tooling—are purchased and available just-in-time. You will be the "air traffic controller" of the shop floor, ensuring we meet customer ship dates with maximum efficiency and minimal waste. This role requires tactical and strategic demand-planning skills.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Daily Scheduling: Develop and maintain the master production schedule for printing presses, finishing equipment, and other dedicated items.
• Capacity Analysis: Monitor machine uptime and labor availability to identify bottlenecks before they impact delivery dates.
• Order Tracking: Act as the primary liaison between Sales/Customer Service and the Production floor to provide real-time updates on job status.
• Workflow Optimization: Batch similar jobs (by material or ink setup) to reduce changeover times and increase throughput.

Procurement & Inventory Control

• Strategic Sourcing: Purchase paper stocks, films, foils, and inks based on specific job requirements and historical usage.
• Inventory Accuracy: Conduct regular cycle counts and manage "Safety Stock" levels for high-use materials to prevent stockouts.
• Tooling Procurement: Coordinate the ordering of custom dies, plates, and cylinders required for specific label designs.

Coordination & Reporting

• Data Development: Develop relevant performance metrics (KPIs) to track production efficiency, procurement costs, and schedule attainment.
• Daily, Weekly, & Monthly Reporting: Monitor ongoing performance trends and issue comprehensive monthly reports to the management team.
• ERP Management: Maintain data integrity within the ERP/MRP system to ensure reporting accuracy.

General Operations

• Other Duties: Perform other operational and administrative duties as assigned by management to support the facility's goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Must be able to work efficiently in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment.
• Must have strong and accurate data entry skills.
• Must be willing to participate in regular on-the-job training related to the role.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED, or 5+ years of practical experience and demonstrated mastery in related field.