Production Expeditor

Opti Staffing Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits after permanent

Job summary

Opti Staffing Group partners with a well-established Portland manufacturer to hire a Production Planning Expeditor. This role keeps manufacturing operations running smoothly and supports on-time delivery.

You will coordinate materials, monitor schedules, and work with Planning, Production, Sales, and Project Management. The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule, $27–$30 per hour DOE, and benefits upon permanent hire.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in production planning, expediting, scheduling, materials coordination, or a similar manufacturing role.
• Experience in a manufacturing, machining, fabrication, or industrial environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with multiple departments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the flow of materials and production jobs throughout the manufacturing floor.
• Monitor production schedules and proactively identify potential delays or bottlenecks.
• Work closely with Planning, Production, Sales, and Project Management to keep projects on schedule.
• Expedite high-priority jobs while balancing overall production demands.
• Communicate schedule updates and production status across departments.
• Analyze production constraints and help develop solutions to improve workflow.
• Support production planning efforts and continuous process improvements.
• Maintain accurate production information using Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Excel

ERP/MRP systems

Lean manufacturing

Prioritization

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Production Planning Expeditor

Location:

Portland, OR

Pay:

$27.00 - $30.00/hour DOE

Schedule:

Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Who We Are:

We are partnering with a well-established Portland manufacturer known for producing high-quality precision products and fostering a collaborative, team-oriented culture. This is a company where employees are valued, ideas are welcomed, and hard work is recognized. They are looking for a Production Planning Expeditor to help keep manufacturing operations running smoothly and customers satisfied.

What You'll Do:

• Coordinate the flow of materials and production jobs throughout the manufacturing floor.
• Monitor production schedules and proactively identify potential delays or bottlenecks.
• Work closely with Planning, Production, Sales, and Project Management to keep projects on schedule.
• Expedite high-priority jobs while balancing overall production demands.
• Communicate schedule updates and production status across departments.
• Analyze production constraints and help develop solutions to improve workflow.
• Support production planning efforts and continuous process improvements.
• Maintain accurate production information using Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.

What's In It for You:

• Competitive pay of $27.00-$30.00/hour DOE
• Stable Monday through Friday schedule with weekends off.
• Work for a respected, growing manufacturing company with long-term stability.
• Collaborative team environment where your work directly impacts production success.
• Opportunity to grow your career in production planning and manufacturing operations.
• Comprehensive benefits offered upon permanent hire.

What You Need to Have:

• 2+ years of experience in production planning, expediting, scheduling, materials coordination, or a similar manufacturing role.
• Experience in a manufacturing, machining, fabrication, or industrial environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with multiple departments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects while meeting deadlines.