Production Coordinator

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.