Production Control Coordinator

Come be an Employee-Owner of one of the nation’s largest producers of metal roofing and siding!  We sell, manufacture, build, and distribute metal building components and packages. Since 1988 we’ve grown to over 15 locations nationwide. We make raving fans of our customers with our “right, on time, every time” commitment.

So, who are we looking for?  

 

People who “Own It” – Commitment to the customer, the company, and each other:

You are customer-focused with an eye for detail.

You are reliable.

 

People who “Can Do” – Our Attitude:

You are an innovative thinker pursuing continuous improvement.

You embrace teamwork.

You want to positively make an impact and open to change.

 

People who “Act in Love” – Treats others with humility, respect, kindness, honesty, patience, and self-control.

You enjoy giving back to your community.  We take great pride in the communities we live in, so we give back with our time and talents. Each year you can take paid time off to support a cause close to your heart.

 

And what will you do?

 

Summary:

 

The Production Control Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring that manufacturing teams receive accurate, timely, and well-organized documentation and data for production. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with advanced Excel skills, strong organizational ability, and experience supporting a manufacturing or production environment.

                                                                                                                          

Core Functions:

• Maintain and update production and inventory spreadsheets using advanced Excel tools (pivot tables, formulas, conditional formatting).
• Print, organize, and distribute manufacturing documentation such as work orders, material lists, inspection reports, and shipping labels.
• Convert engineering files and data into machine-readable formats using specialized software.
• Maintain consistent organization of digital files and printed paperwork for quick retrieval.
• Assemble and deliver complete production packets (paper and digital) to production teams.
• Collaborate with production supervisors and warehouse staff to confirm data accuracy.
• Maintain and update inventory lists.
• Assist production teams with engineering shop calls and updates to fabrication drawings and data.

 

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data validation, and chart creation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify errors in data and documentation.
• Familiarity with manufacturing documentation such as bills of materials (BOMs), traveler sheets, and QC forms.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple documentation workflows.
• Comfortable working with computers, printers, and scanners in proximity to production areas.

Preferred:

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Infor) or other production databases.
• Experience in a fabrication-to-order or project-based manufacturing environment.
• Training or certifications in Excel, manufacturing systems, or document control.
• Exposure to project management or production scheduling support.

 

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

 

Work is performed in an office environment. This role will routinely utilize standard office

equipment to perform the core functions listed in this job description. This position requires the

ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies as well as communicate verbally and

electronically. The work is primarily sedentary and requires extensive reading to perform the core functions listed in this job description.

 

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform core functions.

 

Travel:

 

Ability to work at other facilities, weekends, other shifts and to be on call.

 

Benefits Offered:

 

At Central States, we are an ESOP. That means each one of our employees is an owner of the company and receives an allocation of stock every year. This allows all of our employees to share in the wealth and success of the company. We also offer:

 

• 401K Match
  •    Education assistance available – Up t