Production Coordinator 1st Shift Hamilton, OH

Production Coordinator

Location: Hamilton, OH 45015 Pay Rate: $18.00 - $20.00 / hour (based on experience) Work Schedule: 1st Shift, Monday - Thursday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Overview The Production Coordinator / Production Scheduler supports manufacturing operations by coordinating production order execution, maintaining production schedules, and ensuring the timely release of manufacturing orders through SAP. This position serves as a key link between Production Planning and Manufacturing by preparing, releasing, and distributing production documentation required for shop floor execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Order Management: Release production orders in SAP in accordance with established planning and scheduling requirements; review released orders for accuracy and completeness; ensure production orders contain appropriate documentation, routing, BOM, and work instructions; maintain order status throughout manufacturing; monitor and communicate order priorities and schedule changes.
• Production Packet Preparation: Print and assemble production order packets for manufacturing personnel (including production orders, Bills of Material, routers/work instructions, quality documentation, engineering drawings, and specifications); distribute completed packets to appropriate production areas; maintain organized records of released and completed orders.
• Production Scheduling Support: Support Production Planners in maintaining and executing manufacturing schedules; assist with schedule updates and order prioritization; monitor work center loading and report concerns to planners; track production progress and provide status updates; coordinate with Production, Materials, Quality, and Engineering teams to resolve issues.
• SAP System Administration: Execute production transactions accurately within SAP; maintain order data and system accuracy; support inventory transaction activities; generate reports and production data; assist in identifying and correcting system discrepancies.
• Communication & Coordination: Serve as a liaison between Planning and Manufacturing; communicate priorities and schedule changes to shop floor personnel; escalate material shortages, documentation issues, and scheduling conflicts; participate in daily production and planning meetings.
• Continuous Improvement: Support initiatives focused on improving schedule attainment and production efficiency; identify opportunities to streamline order release and documentation processes; maintain compliance with company procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, production control, planning, scheduling, or related operations support roles.
• Experience working within an ERP system, preferably SAP.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and multi-tasking skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in production planning, scheduling, or production control.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and shop floor operations.
• Experience supporting SAP Production Planning (PP) and Material Management (MM) modules.
• Familiarity with Bills of Material (BOMs), routings, and work instructions.
• Experience working in regulated or highly controlled manufacturing environments.

Benefits: (employee contribution) Health insurance Health savings account Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible spending accounts Life insurance Retirement plan All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.