Production Coordinator

Overview Job Details Description We believe being healthy should not require tradeoffs. SCN BestCo is a leading innovator, developer and manufacturer of Vitamin, Mineral & Supplement (VMS), Over-the-Counter (OTC) and prebiotics/probiotics in enjoyable forms such as gummies, lozenges and chews. With over 50 years of excellence, our team leads the way in changing how consumers make healthier choices. With unique food science expertise and proprietary processes, we’ve pioneered many firsts. Our passion to create new to the world products has guided and continues to be core to our mission of making health and wellness more enjoyable. Come join us and become a part of our winning formula! Responsibilities Using a master production schedule, establish priorities of orders, determine optimal operator layouts, determine equipment and raw materials needed, and create detailed schedules of start and finish times for each production run for both processing and packaging departments within the value stream. Order floor stock and coordinate with supply chain and quality control (QC) to ensure raw materials are received and released on time to support the detailed schedule. Maintain inventory of released raw materials and parts needed to complete production and monitor floor inventory to ensure unused raw materials removed and stored properly. Confer with value stream management to coordinate changes to product or product packaging received from internal or external customers or departments. Establish cost, efficiency, and safety key performance indicators (KPIs) for continuous improvement goals. Escalate issues as necessary to ensure that production plans are properly integrated and achievable for the value stream. Communicate with operators and department supervisors to determine progress of work and completion dates. Keep track of production in real time. Compile reports concerning progress of work, production delays, and downtime due to failures of machines and equipment to value stream management, master scheduler, and sales teams. Assist on production floor as needed to ensure material flow is optimized. Use SAP inventory to track and locate raw materials, intermediates, and finished product. Ensures all material both work in progress (WIP) and raw inventory locations are maintained in an orderly manner. Perform Production Supervisor backup duties as directed. People Leader Responsibilities The Production Coordinator carries out People Leader Responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include: Fill in and act as backup to Production Supervisors, as directed. Provide task direction to team members in collaboration with management. Required Qualifications Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent. 5 years’ relevant experience in a manufacturing environment. Demonstrated leadership skills and experience. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs): Demonstrated fundamental knowledge of manufacturing supply chains. Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, machinery, and equipment in areas of responsibility. Strong root cause analysis, communication, teamwork, and organization skills. Self-motivated and able to work independently, prioritize tasks, utilize time efficiently, and multi-task in a fast-paced, ever-changing manufacturing environment. Ability to inspire and motivate others, influence actions and opinions, accept feedback, delegate and hold others accountable. Microsoft Office proficiency including Outlook. Working knowledge of ERP systems, SAP, etc. Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with internal staff and management. Ability to perform basic arithmetic and interpret data, including bar graphs where applicable. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form. Preferred Qualifications College or technical degree. Experience in a regulated environment (FDA, ISO, etc.). Experience with SAP. Licenses, Certifications & Equal Opportunity Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr BestCo