Senior Production Coordinator

Position Summary

The Senior Production Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and controlling all production scheduling activities within the plant. This role ensures efficient material flow, on-time completion of production orders, and alignment between incoming chassis, manufacturing capacity, and customer delivery expectations. The position plays a critical role in balancing workload across departments and supporting operational continuity.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Scheduling & Planning
• Develop, manage, and maintain production schedules for all manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate the scheduling of incoming chassis and ensure timely integration into production workflows.
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as needed to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
• ERP System Management
• Utilize SyteLine ERP to manage production orders, track work-in-progress, and maintain accurate data.
• Ensure all production data, job statuses, and inventory records are up-to-date and accurate within the system.
• Cross-Functional Coordination
• Work closely with the Sales Team to align production schedules with customer delivery commitments.
• Communicate regularly with department supervisors to ensure feasibility and adherence to schedules.
• Understand and manage the constraints and capacities of each production department (fabrication, welding, assembly, etc.).
• Material & Workflow Management
• Oversee the flow of materials and components through the plant to avoid bottlenecks and delays.
• Prioritize jobs to optimize efficiency, machine utilization, and labor resources.

• Backup Support (Nesting)
• Provide backup support for nesting operations for laser and plasma cutting systems.
• Ensure optimal material usage and cutting efficiency when performing nesting tasks.

• Performance Monitoring
• Track key performance indicators such as on-time delivery, throughput, and schedule adherence.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Reporting Structure
• Reports directly to the Plant Manager.
• Provides regular updates on production status, risks, and schedule performance.

Required Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced skills preferred).
• Hands-on experience with SyteLine ERP (or similar manufacturing ERP systems).
• 5 years minimum.
• Proven experience in production scheduling and control within a manufacturing environment. 5-7 years’ experience
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and department constraints.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• 2-4 years of experience working with inside and outside sales teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in metal fabrication or similar industries utilizing laser and plasma cutting.
• Familiarity with nesting software and cutting optimization techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Key Competencies

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Detail-oriented with high accuracy in data management
• Ability to anticipate production challenges and proactively resolve issues
• Leadership and decision-making capability

About us:

Ox Bodies is a subsidiary of Federal Signal, our products have endured even the toughest of conditions on construction sites around the country and abroad since 1972. We’ve walked in your boots – we get it. Time is money, and we strive to provide the highest quality, most durable products, equipped to handle any job you throw at them.

Our reputation and our people are what have made Ox the industry leader. We are your premier partner for designing and manufacturing Class 6 to 8 dump bodies in the United States and across the globe. Innovative, rugged, high-performance truck bodies, parts, and accessories, all manufactured by hard-working people in Fayette, Alabama.

Our ingenuity allows us to manufacture, assemble, and deliver a complete product. No one else can duplicate what we do or do it better, and if that’s not enough, we’ll pick up and deliver right to your front door.

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at 205-932-8177. All other applications must be submitted online.