Description

Unified Door and Hardware Group is a national distributor and integrated, value-added solutions provider that specializes in distributing doors, related hardware, specialty products, and electronic access control devices to the commercial construction industry. With a strong presence in both the new construction and renovation sectors, our company stands as a leader in the market, recognized for its professionalism and integrity.

Job Summary:
As a Production Planning Assistant, your primary responsibility will be to support the Production Coordination Manager in scheduling tasks as needed. This includes creating schedules for various production departments, compiling reports, finalizing jobs, and collaborating with production staff to ensure timely order processing. You'll also assist the Production Planning department, gaining a deep understanding of the production process, plant procedures, equipment capabilities, and material flow. Close coordination with Inventory, Distribution, and Purchasing Teams is essential. In this role, you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, adeptly multitasking and providing swift solutions to production challenges. Given the reliance on software for report generation and scheduling, proficiency with computers is a must.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist Production Coordination Manager in planning and performing production related activities.
• Prioritize, plan, schedule and manage production activities to meet manufacturing objectives in timely and cost-effective manner.
• Identify production issues, analyze root causes and derive resolutions.
• Assist with production plans and schedule to ensure continuous operations.
• Assist Manager with strategies to avoid downtime and delays.
• Assist with developing process improvements to improve workflow efficiency.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by addressing customer concerns promptly and professionally.
• Ensure that manufactured product meets customer specifications.
• Communicate production updates and errors to the Manager on regular basis.
• Assist with generating production related reports for the Manager and customers when needed.
• Communicate complex issues to the Manager for immediate resolution.
• General assistance with post-production administration such as logging and filing
• Operating office equipment to help with photocopying, printing, emailing, or other office duties.

Qualifications

Education/Certifications:

• HS Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Experience: 

• Experience in related fields such as Production Planning and/or Logistics or equivalent experience within a Manufacturing environment 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be familiar with ERP systems

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Capability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexibility to respond to changing priorities and deadlines
• Ability to work as an individual contributor and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Initiative to lead and be self-directed.
• Ability to be well-organized and flexible

Location:

• This position requires an onsite presence at our Vineland, NJ office

EEO Statement:
Unified Door and Hardware Group (UDH Group) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. UDH Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.