Strategic Production Planner & Throughput Coordinator

Laitram; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Laitram Machine Shop, L.L.C. in New Orleans, LA, seeks a Production Support Coordinator to help run daily production flows and ensure orders are entered correctly in the ERP system.

You will coordinate with procurement, engineering, and shop floor teams to maintain accurate routings, lead times, and material availability, supporting on-time delivery. The role requires strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in business, supply chain management, engineering, operations, finance, accounting, or a related field; or a minimum of 2 years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in production scheduling, production planning, customer service, sales, or related manufacturing support.
• Experience working within an Enterprise Resource Planning system, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, drawings, and blueprints.
• Experience coordinating cross‑functional tasks or supporting teams across production, procurement, engineering, quality, or customer‑facing functions.
• Demonstrated ability to use a structured approach to problem‑solving and follow‑through.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Clear and effective communication skills, including the ability to present information to internal teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and comfort working with analytical tools.

Responsibilities

• Use the company ERP system to enter new orders and maintain accurate production information.
• Ensure orders are complete, including routings, documentation, pricing, and delivery expectations.
• Process order modifications, cancellations, and expedited requests with timely communication.
• Lead production planning activities across multiple programs considering capacity and material availability.
• Interpret and act on MRP messages to support procurement and rescheduling.
• Coordinate with inventory management and procurement to confirm material availability and on‑time delivery.
• Monitor work orders and address shortages, engineering changes, and shifting priorities.
• Respond to customer requests regarding feasibility, lead times, status, and quotations.
• Communicate across Machine Shop teams to ensure throughput and timely issue resolution.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts in Production Control.

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Laitram Machine Shop, L.L.C. in New Orleans, LA, seeks a Production Support Coordinator to help run daily production flows and ensure orders are entered correctly in the ERP system.

You will coordinate with procurement, engineering, and shop floor teams to maintain accurate routings, lead times, and material availability, supporting on-time delivery. The role requires strong organizational skills, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.