Manufacturing/Production Coordinator II

Job Description:

ITW Food Equipment Group's Warewash Business Unit in Troy, Ohio is seeking an on-site Manufacturing/Production Coordinator II to schedule production jobs in accordance with user requests and may monitor the running of scheduled production jobs. Reviews output and coordinates change to production jobs. May communicate production job changes to all affected groups.

Under direct supervision, carries out company policies and programs in relation to scheduling, purchasing, and inventory control.  Will work with confidential data.  Will act as liaison between purchasing, manufacturing, customer service and distribution center.

Schedule customer orders and maintain accurate ship dates in Epicor (ERP) on products assigned.

Assure bills of material are accurate for special engineered features and provide to the floor.

Release service orders and stock pulls to shop floor and assure on time delivery.

Prepares production schedules for manufactured products and accessories.

Coordinate order changes with customer service.

Notify all areas impacted by orders and scheduling.

Set-up and maintain the purchasing and delivery arrangements for materials needed to meet production needs.

Prepare and expedite shipments, warehouse or direct.

Ensure cost-effective purchasing arrangements are in place for both internal and external customers and suppliers.

Accurate processing of computer entries and paperwork.

Segregate problem material, and handle return/replacement.

Set-up and work with Kanban and vendor managed inventory.

Inventory maintenance responsibility includes system updates for cycle counting and reporting, assisting with cycle counting issues to troubleshoot root cause, and resolution; collaborate on Kanban set-up including creation and maintenance of cards.

Work with accounts payable and receiving department to reconcile purchases.

All duties assigned to assist in the success of the scheduling, purchasing and inventory control functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Detail oriented
• Strong math skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to prioritize and organizational skills
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience/knowledge of ERP, preferably Epicor
• Understanding of MRD application and Kanban system
• Associate Degree in Business or related field with 3+ years’ experience or 8 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
• Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: This is an on-site manufacturing role on first shift
• Manufacturing, non-air-conditioned environment and office air-conditioned environment.
• PPE required: steel/composite toed safety shoes, eye protection, some areas of facility require hearing protection and gloves if required.
• High frequency welding performed in facility.
• Required to sit/stand using computer, use hands and arms and walk frequently.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 lbs.