Senior Production Planner & Control Lead

Igus-Bearings,-Inc.; Rumford (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Igus-Bearings,-Inc. in Rumford, RI, is seeking a Production Coordinator to coordinate daily production activities, manage schedules, and optimize workflow across manufacturing operations. The role requires strong organization and a proactive approach to keep production on track.

The candidate will work with engineering, procurement and QA teams to resolve bottlenecks, monitor KPIs, and ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance while mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in production coordination or manufacturing operations.
• Experience in production planning, scheduling, and control.
• Proficient ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor daily production schedules to meet delivery timelines and quality standards.
• Oversee production control activities including inventory management, material planning, and workflow optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, procurement, quality assurance) to resolve production bottlenecks.
• Track and report KPIs such as throughput, efficiency, and downtime.
• Maintain accurate documentation of production orders, work instructions, and control logs.
• Implement and improve production control systems (ERP/MRP) to enhance visibility and traceability.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices.
• Train and mentor junior staff in production coordination and control procedures.

Skills

Production coordination

ERP/MRP

Microsoft Office

Communication

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP

Job description

Igus-Bearings,-Inc. in Rumford, RI, is seeking a Production Coordinator to coordinate daily production activities, manage schedules, and optimize workflow across manufacturing operations. The role requires strong organization and a proactive approach to keep production on track.

The candidate will work with engineering, procurement and QA teams to resolve bottlenecks, monitor KPIs, and ensure safety, quality and regulatory compliance while mentoring junior staff.