Production Coordinator

Company Overview

Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), a Foundation Building Materials company, is a premier distributor and solutions provider for the commercial door and hardware industry across North America. With a focus on quality, service, and expertise, UDHG partners with contractors, builders, and architects to deliver comprehensive door, frame, and hardware solutions for a wide range of projects. Headquartered in New Jersey, UDHG operates with a strong presence across the United States, supported by a team of dedicated professionals. Our Core Values of Safety, Customer Commitment, Teamwork, Integrity, and Excellence serve as the foundation of our success, driving superior service and trusted partnerships throughout the industry. 

Position Overview
As a Production Coordinator, your primary responsibility will be to support the Scheduler 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

1. Production Coordination & Planning

• Assist the Scheduling Manager in planning, prioritizing, and performing production-related activities.
• Schedule and manage production activities to meet manufacturing goals in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Assist in developing production plans and schedules to ensure continuous workflow and minimal downtime.

2. Issue Resolution & Process Improvement

• Identify production issues, analyze root causes, and support development of effective resolutions.
• Assist in implementing process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency and overall productivity.
• Communicate complex production concerns to the Manager for immediate resolution.

3. Quality & Customer Support

• Ensure manufactured products meet customer specifications and quality standards.
• Support customer satisfaction by addressing concerns professionally and promptly.
• Assist with generating production-related reports for the Manager and customers as needed

4. Administrative Support

• Maintain accurate logs, files, and post-production documentation.
• Operate office equipment for photocopying, printing, emailing, and related administrative tasks.
• Provide regular production updates and error reporting to the Manager.

5. Miscellaneous

• Support our values in the stand areas of Safety, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Integrity and being a Company of Choice for both employees and customers. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Experience in Production Planning, Logistics, or related functions within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with ERP systems is required
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle shifting priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong initiative, self-direction, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and composure.

Compensation

The listed pay range reflects the expected base rate for this position; actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and cost of living in the assigned market. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits.

• Base:$20-$25/per hour
• Bonus: Not Eligible
• Job Type: Full-Time

Benefits

At UDHG, we’re committed to supporting our employees both personally and professionally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to help you thrive inside and outside of work.  Our excellent package includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA/ FSA plans
• Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Coverage
• Legal Insurance Plan
• Generous 401(k) plan with company match

Statement

Unified Door & Hardware Group, a Foundation Building Materials company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected and empowered. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. 

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to help them perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources at Talent@myfbm.com.