Production Planner & Operations Coordinator

Kids for the Future; New York (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Production Support professional in Jamaica, NY to assist with daily production scheduling and prioritization, ensuring commitments are met and Kanban boards are kept current. You will work with supervisors to track output and communicate shifts, with a focus on accuracy and timely updates.

The role covers production planning, material coordination, data entry, and reporting, requiring a high school diploma, 2+ years of experience, and proficient Excel/ERP skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of manufacturing or production experience.
• Experience in a production planning or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word; ERP/MRP familiarity.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily production scheduling and prioritization.
• Prepare and distribute daily production commitments.
• Update Kanban boards and production status throughout the shift.
• Monitor production progress and communicate schedule changes.
• Assist supervisors in tracking daily output and productivity.
• Coordinate work orders and production paperwork.
• Verify production priorities with supervisors.
• Prepare production reports and schedules.
• Track completion of production orders.
• Monitor overdue and carryover jobs.
• Verify material availability for scheduled jobs.
• Coordinate with Materials and Purchasing regarding shortages.
• Stage production paperwork for upcoming jobs.
• Report material shortages affecting production schedules.
• Maintain production logs and spreadsheets.
• Generate daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.
• Maintain accurate production records.
• Communicate production priorities to operators.
• Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Tool Room, and Shipping.
• Report production delays and equipment issues.
• Participate in daily production meetings.
• Maintain Kanban boards.
• Assist with continuous improvement projects.
• Participate in production audits.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Kids for the Future is seeking a Production Support professional in Jamaica, NY to assist with daily production scheduling and prioritization, ensuring commitments are met and Kanban boards are kept current. You will work with supervisors to track output and communicate shifts, with a focus on accuracy and timely updates.

The role covers production planning, material coordination, data entry, and reporting, requiring a high school diploma, 2+ years of experience, and proficient Excel/ERP skills.