What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Planning Coordinator position at JELD-WEN, Inc.?
JELD-WEN is currently seeking a Production Planning Coordinator to join our growing team.
External Job Description
Purpose: The Production Scheduler is responsible for all aspects of creating the daily production schedule of a busy manufacturing plant in a make-to-stock and make-to-order environment. This includes but is not limited to; working safely, planning and processing of production schedules, printing and organizing production documents, processing of purchase orders, following SOPs, maintaining historical information, troubleshooting, cost reduction, communicating with suppliers, and continuous improvement.
Job Duties:
- Plan Production Schedules
- Interface with internal departments to develop and execute the Plan
- Process Production Schedules in the ERP System
- Further process schedules in other software
- Prepare production paperwork
- Place Purchase orders
- Maintain Excel spreadsheets
- Work with suppliers to resolve discrepancies (quality, delivery, etc)
- Collect and maintain data and other historical information
- Problem solve for continuous improvement
- Support other office functions as needed
Required Skills/Experience:
- Must have a HS Diploma; some college or specialized training preferred
- 2 years of work experience in an office setting; preferably in manufacturing but not required
- Self-starter and able to perform the job with minimal supervision once trained
- Proficient in the use of computers
- Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, management and suppliers.
- Strong work ethic and attendance
- Proficient with Microsoft Outlook
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Willingness to work OT as required to complete daily work
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About JELD-WEN Holding, Inc.
JELD-WEN Holding, Inc. (NYSE: JELD) is a leading global designer, manufacturer and distributor of high-performance interior and exterior doors, windows and related building products serving the new construction and repair and remodeling sectors. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, the company operates across North America and Europe. Our associates are dedicated to bringing beauty and security to the spaces that touch our lives through our market-leading product brands across the world. The JELD-WEN family of brands includes JELD-WEN® worldwide, LaCantina® and VPI™ in North America, and Swedoor® and DANA® in Europe. For more information, visit corporate.JELD-WEN.com or follow LinkedIn.
JELD-WEN has been named by Forbes as one of ‘America’s Best Employers’ and by Newsweek as one of the ‘World’s Most Trustworthy Companies’.
What We Offer
Investing in People is one of our Core Values, we strive to attract & retain great people! As such, JELD-WEN offers competitive compensation & benefits packages. As a global organization, specific benefits may vary, however typically including medical & dental, generous leave policies, retirement program, etc.
JELD-WEN is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation based on individuals’ physical traits, beliefs, and/or other characteristics that are protected under applicable laws.
JELD-WEN does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services.