Production Planning Coordinator
Material Handling Systems

FORTNA partners with the world's leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. Known world-wide for enabling companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives, we design and deliver solutions, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost-effective order fulfillment and last mile delivery. Our people, innovative approach and proprietary algorithms and tools ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow. We deliver exceptional value every day to our customers with comprehensive services and products including network strategy, distribution center operational design and implementation, material handling automated equipment, robotics and a comprehensive suite of lifecycle services.

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Job Summary:

The Production Planning Coordinator plays a crucial role in optimizing production processes and ensuring timely delivery to the Production departments. This role involves coordinating production workflow, managing inventory levels, communicating with department supervisors, and resolving scheduling conflicts.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare production work files for assembly, including drawings, work orders, and bed tags.
• Maintain production schedules to meet demand, ensuring optimal use of resources.
• Monitor production processes and adjust schedules as necessary to meet production timelines.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure accurate scheduling of materials and production runs.
• Coordinate with the inventory team to track stock levels, order materials, and ensure the availability of resources for production.
• Monitor inventory to prevent shortages or overstock.
• Work with production teams to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in the production process.
• Propose and implement improvements to streamline operations and reduce production lead times.
• Communicate changes in production schedules or delays.
• Prepare production reports, analyze performance metrics, and recommend actions to improve productivity.
• Track and monitor key production indicators (KPIs) such as output rates, lead times, and on-time delivery.
• Maintain accurate documentation of production schedules, inventory levels, and production reports.
• Coordinate with Purchasing on materials necessary to support production.

• Develop and adhere to Standard Work

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in production planning, supply chain coordination, or manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• General understanding of manufacturing drawings.
• Previous experience with production planning software such as ERP/WMS systems.
• General understanding of inventory control processes such as KANBAN/pull system.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles a plus.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

It is the policy of FORTNA and its affiliated companies to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, FORTNA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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