Production Scheduling Coordinator

Midstate Spring, Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & life insurance

401K with match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Midstate Spring, Inc. is seeking a Production Scheduling Coordinator to support efficient operations by managing the daily manufacturing schedule.

The role requires strong Excel skills, detail orientation, and collaboration with shop floor teams to ensure timely execution of jobs. The ideal candidate will have 1–3 years in a manufacturing scheduling or coordinator role, an Associate’s Degree in a related field, and familiarity with ERP or scheduling software.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent; preferred in business/operations or supply chain.
• 1–3 years of manufacturing scheduling experience preferred.
• Experience in coordinator, scheduling, or admin production support is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Review/organize daily/weekly production schedule for smooth operations.
• Communicate priorities and changes to production teams.
• Monitor progress and adjust schedule based on resources.
• Collaborate with Production Leads to resolve capacity delays.
• Use Excel and internal systems to track status and reports.
• Identify bottlenecks and material shortages affecting schedule.
• Support root cause analysis for missed schedules and actions.
• Coordinate materials, packaging, and docs for upcoming jobs.
• Prepare and distribute production reports and metrics.
• Guide team on priorities and timelines.
• Support inventory coordination with purchasing/materials.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organized

Communication

Cross-functional

ERP familiarity

Education

Associate’s Degree in Business/Operations

Tools

ERP software

Scheduling software

Job description

At Midstate Spring, we are proud to be the last great American Springmaker, crafting precision springs since 1939. Our fully climate-controlled facility in Syracuse offers a comfortable work environment year-round. We provide comprehensive training, abundant career growth opportunities, and a collaborative team atmosphere. If you're organized, analytical, and ready to play a pivotal role in coordinating our production operations, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary:

The Production Scheduling Coordinator is responsible for supporting efficient production operations by managing and monitoring the daily manufacturing schedule. This role ensures alignment between production targets and actual output, and communicates updates clearly across teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong Microsoft Excel skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with shop floor team members to ensure timely execution of scheduled jobs. This position serves as a key liaison between planning and production and helps guide team members

through shifting priorities and resource needs.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Review, organize, and maintain the daily/weekly production schedule to ensure smooth flow of manufacturing operations.
• Communicate job priorities and changes to production teams and ensure proper alignment of labor and equipment resources.
• Monitor production progress throughout the day and adjust schedule as needed based on resource availability or issues.
• Collaborate with Production Leads to resolve conflicts in capacity or delays due to quality or mechanical issues.
• Use Microsoft Excel and other internal systems to track job status, update performance logs, and support production reporting.

• Help identify bottlenecks, material shortages, and other constraints that may impact schedule adherence.
• Support root cause analysis for missed schedules and help implement corrective actions.
• Assist with coordinating materials, packaging, and documentation needed for upcoming jobs.
• Prepare and distribute production reports, metrics, and status updates to supervisors and managers.
• Provide guidance to production team members on task priorities and timelines.
• Support inventory coordination and job readiness planning with purchasing and materials teams as needed.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage shifting priorities and multiple deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to ensure clarity across teams.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with production scheduling software or ERP systems is a plus.

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s Degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related field (preferred).
• 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to production scheduling (preferred).
• Prior experience in a coordinator, scheduling, or administrative production support role is beneficial.

Benefits:

Benefits include health, dental & life insurance, available the first of the month following date of hire. 401K (with match) is available January 1st or July 1st after 6 months of service. Paid Time Off (PTO) is awarded upon hire and on a quarterly basis. We offer opportunities for professional development and advancement, a dynamic and supportive work environment with the chance to be part of a growing company committed to quality and sustainability.

Physical Requirements:

Lifting: 50 lbs.

Carrying: 50 lbs.

Pushing: 50 lbs.

Pulling: 50 lbs.

Standing: 30%

Walking: 35%

Sitting: 35%

If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and passionate about making production more efficient and effective, we encourage you to apply today.

EOE Statement:

Midstate Spring, Inc. is dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote employees without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

At Midstate Spring, we believe in equal opportunity for all. We are committed to ensuring that every individual, including those with disabilities, has the opportunity to apply for positions they are interested in and qualify for, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so they can perform their job-related duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Amy Clifford at 315-437-2623.