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Production Planning Coordinator

Staffmark Group
$22.00-$28.00
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, South Carolina, Lancaster
Jul 17, 2026

Now hiring for a Production Planning Coordinator | Direct Hire Opportunity

Location: Lancaster, SC

Pay Rate: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour | Monday-Friday | 8 AM-4 PM

Find more than a Production Planning Coordinator job with Staffmark - find a team that values your time, talent, and potential.

Are you a highly organized professional who enjoys coordinating schedules, managing inventory, and keeping manufacturing operations running smoothly? We're seeking a Production Planning Coordinator to support production scheduling, customer order fulfillment, inventory accuracy, and cross-functional communication in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.


Production Planning Coordinator Education Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Associate degree or post-secondary education in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Operations, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.



Production Planning Coordinator Experience Requirements

  • 2-3 years of experience in production scheduling, customer service, sales support, operations coordination, or a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with production planning and scheduling in a manufacturing setting.
  • Inventory control and cycle count experience required.
  • Experience using ERP or manufacturing software such as IQMS or similar systems.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Outlook skills.
  • Experience analyzing operational or sales data is preferred.
  • Packaging industry experience is a plus but not required.


Production Planning Coordinator Job Duties

  • Coordinate and maintain production schedules to meet customer delivery requirements.
  • Monitor production progress and adjust schedules as priorities change.
  • Communicate schedule changes, production delays, and material constraints to internal departments.
  • Process customer orders accurately and efficiently.
  • Respond to customer inquiries regarding pricing, order status, lead times, and delivery schedules.
  • Coordinate inventory control activities and cycle count administration.
  • Investigate inventory discrepancies and support corrective actions.
  • Assist with physical inventory counts and inventory audits.
  • Review production capacity and communicate schedule updates to customers and internal teams.
  • Support pricing, quotation requests, and production reporting activities.
  • Maintain accurate customer, sales, scheduling, and order data within company systems.
  • Analyze customer and sales data to support operational decision-making.
  • Prepare reports and documentation for management.
  • Support special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain confidentiality of company and customer information.



Production Planning Coordinator Physical Capabilities

  • Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
  • Frequent use of a computer, keyboard, telephone, and office equipment.
  • Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials weighing up to 20-60 pounds.
  • Ability to move between office and production areas as needed.
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety eyewear and hearing protection, when entering production areas.
  • Ability to work in environments with elevated noise levels.



Direct Hire Perks & Employee Benefitsvary by client and are confirmed at the time of offer.

Example offerings may include:



  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life and disability insurance options
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Paid time off to support work-life balance



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"They are so reliable at helping you find jobs." - Matthew, Staffmark Associate

If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoy production scheduling, inventory management, and customer order coordination, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a team where your organizational skills and attention to detail help drive operational success and customer satisfaction!

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

Staffmark is an equal opportunity employer. Allapplicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Staffmark offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Staffmark is an E-Verify employer. See our Privacy Notice for Candidates and Employees/Contractors at https://smgroupna.com/privacy-notice-for-candidates-and-employees-contractors. By applying, you consent to receive AI-generated and non-AI-generated calls, texts, or emails from Staffmark Group, its affiliates, and partners. Frequency varies and message/data rates may apply. Reply STOP to cancel or HELP for help.

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