Strategic Production Control & Materials Coordinator

Optimal; West Virginia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimal is seeking a Production Control Coordinator to manage daily material flows and inventory status within our manufacturing operations. The role focuses on prioritizing shipments, expediting where needed, and coordinating with scheduling to protect customer commitments.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in production control or materials management, working in a manufacturing plant environment, and a strong command of SAP, Microsoft Excel, and MS Office. Onsite work is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in production control or materials management in a manufacturing setting.
• Manufacturing plant experience is required.
• Associate Degree or equivalent education is required; Lean/Six Sigma training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review morning inventories for potential criticals.
• Check part status for all customers and prioritize shipments.
• Coordinate with scheduling for required die sets and changeovers.
• Prepare car loading matrix and check railcar cubing and total shipping volume.
• Monitor part statuses at customers and update CMMS accordingly.
• Answer required status changes as the day progresses.

Skills

Materials Management

Material Requirements Planning

Analytical

Lean Six Sigma

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate Degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Optimal is seeking a Production Control Coordinator to manage daily material flows and inventory status within our manufacturing operations. The role focuses on prioritizing shipments, expediting where needed, and coordinating with scheduling to protect customer commitments.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in production control or materials management, working in a manufacturing plant environment, and a strong command of SAP, Microsoft Excel, and MS Office. Onsite work is required.