About the Role
Production Planning Expeditor Location: Portland, OR Pay: $27.00 - $30.00/hour DOE Schedule: Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM Who We Are: We are partnering with a well-established Portland manufacturer known for producing high-quality precision products and fostering a collaborative, team-oriented culture. This is a company where employees are valued, ideas are welcomed, and hard work is recognized. They are looking for a Production Planning Expeditor to help keep manufacturing operations running smoothly and customers satisfied. What You'll Do: Coordinate the flow of materials and production jobs throughout the manufacturing floor. Monitor production schedules and proactively identify potential delays or bottlenecks. Work closely with Planning, Production, Sales, and Project Management to keep projects on schedule. Expedite high-priority jobs while balancing overall production demands. Communicate schedule updates and production status across departments. Analyze production constraints and help develop solutions to improve workflow. Support production planning efforts and continuous process improvements. Maintain accurate production information using Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems. What's In It for You: Competitive pay of $27.00-$30.00/hour DOE Stable Monday through Friday schedule with weekends off. Work for a respected, growing manufacturing company with long-term stability. Collaborative team environment where your work directly impacts production success. Opportunity to grow your career in production planning and manufacturing operations. Comprehensive benefits offered upon permanent hire. What You Need to Have: 2+ years of experience in production planning, expediting, scheduling, materials coordination, or a similar manufacturing role. Experience in a manufacturing, machining, fabrication, or industrial environment. Strong organizational and time management skills. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with multiple departments. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Experience with ERP/MRP systems is highly preferred. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus. Ability to prioritize multiple projects while meeting deadlines. Next Steps: If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, we'd love to hear from you! Please respond with your updated resume, and/or call Amber at 971-917-5808 or Lauren 971-246-8423!