Production Coordinator

CV-Library

Posted on Sep 27, 2024 by CV-Library
Northfleet, Kent, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£32k - £38k Annual
Full-Time
Overview:

My client are seeking a dedicated and organised Co-ordinator Scheduler to join our team, specialising in the production of custom door sets in the joinery department. The role is pivotal in ensuring that all stages of production, from material procurement to final delivery, are carefully planned, coordinated, and delivered on time. The Co-ordinator Scheduler will liaise with various departments including production, purchasing, and logistics to maintain efficiency, meet deadlines, and satisfy customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

* Production Scheduling: Create and manage detailed production schedules for door sets, ensuring smooth workflow from design, material procurement, fabrication, assembly, to delivery.

* Resource Planning: Working with the senior manager and workshop manager to ensure sufficient resources, including workforce, materials, and equipment to ensure all projects are delivered on time and within scope.

* Order Management: Review customer orders, confirm lead times, and coordinate with the production team to ensure timely manufacturing and delivery.

* Communication: Act as the central communication point between production, logistics, and clients. Keeping managers informed of progress, delays, or changes to schedules.

* Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, material shortages, or production delays.

* Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of production schedules, materials procured and used, and delivery times, ensuring FSC PEFC management system is followed. Provide regular reports to management on production progress.

* Continuous Improvement: Identify areas of improvement in the scheduling process to increase efficiency and reduce waste in production.

Education & Qualifications:

* Vocational or technical qualifications in manufacturing, production management, or construction-related fields (desirable)

* Proficiency in scheduling software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Experience:

Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a production scheduling or coordination role, preferably within the joinery or construction industry.

Knowledge of joinery processes, including machining, assembly, finishing, and installation (advantageous).

Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills & Competencies:

Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines.

Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to liaise effectively with various departments and clients.

Problem Solving: Able to anticipate potential scheduling issues and resolve them proactively.

Attention to Detail: High attention to detail to ensure accuracy in scheduling and resource allocation.

Team Player: Ability to collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals, ensuring smooth coordination across departments.

Technical Knowledge: Understanding of joinery production processes, materials, and logistics.

Software Proficiency: Comfortable using scheduling and project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, ERP systems).(desirable)

Personal Attributes:

* Strong sense of responsibility and ownership.

* Adaptable and able to work under pressure.

* Customer-focused mindset.

* A proactive approach to work with a solution-oriented attitude.

Training can be provided for any skills gaps if necessary

Reference: 222392062

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CV-Library

Production Coordinator

CV-Library

Posted on Sep 27, 2024 by CV-Library

Northfleet, Kent, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£32k - £38k Annual
Full-Time
Overview:

My client are seeking a dedicated and organised Co-ordinator Scheduler to join our team, specialising in the production of custom door sets in the joinery department. The role is pivotal in ensuring that all stages of production, from material procurement to final delivery, are carefully planned, coordinated, and delivered on time. The Co-ordinator Scheduler will liaise with various departments including production, purchasing, and logistics to maintain efficiency, meet deadlines, and satisfy customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

* Production Scheduling: Create and manage detailed production schedules for door sets, ensuring smooth workflow from design, material procurement, fabrication, assembly, to delivery.

* Resource Planning: Working with the senior manager and workshop manager to ensure sufficient resources, including workforce, materials, and equipment to ensure all projects are delivered on time and within scope.

* Order Management: Review customer orders, confirm lead times, and coordinate with the production team to ensure timely manufacturing and delivery.

* Communication: Act as the central communication point between production, logistics, and clients. Keeping managers informed of progress, delays, or changes to schedules.

* Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, material shortages, or production delays.

* Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of production schedules, materials procured and used, and delivery times, ensuring FSC PEFC management system is followed. Provide regular reports to management on production progress.

* Continuous Improvement: Identify areas of improvement in the scheduling process to increase efficiency and reduce waste in production.

Education & Qualifications:

* Vocational or technical qualifications in manufacturing, production management, or construction-related fields (desirable)

* Proficiency in scheduling software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Experience:

Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a production scheduling or coordination role, preferably within the joinery or construction industry.

Knowledge of joinery processes, including machining, assembly, finishing, and installation (advantageous).

Experience managing multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills & Competencies:

Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines.

Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to liaise effectively with various departments and clients.

Problem Solving: Able to anticipate potential scheduling issues and resolve them proactively.

Attention to Detail: High attention to detail to ensure accuracy in scheduling and resource allocation.

Team Player: Ability to collaborate with a variety of teams and individuals, ensuring smooth coordination across departments.

Technical Knowledge: Understanding of joinery production processes, materials, and logistics.

Software Proficiency: Comfortable using scheduling and project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, ERP systems).(desirable)

Personal Attributes:

* Strong sense of responsibility and ownership.

* Adaptable and able to work under pressure.

* Customer-focused mindset.

* A proactive approach to work with a solution-oriented attitude.

Training can be provided for any skills gaps if necessary

Reference: 222392062

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