Production Planner / Materials Coordinator

TPA Motion | Fort Mill, South Carolina | Full-TimeTPA Motion is looking for a motivated and highly organized Production Planner / Materials Coordinator to join our team in Fort Mill, South Carolina.This is an important role within our operations team and is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on manufacturing environment where planning, communication, problem-solving, and follow-through make a direct impact on customer satisfaction.The Production Planner / Materials Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating production schedules, ensuring materials are available when needed, and working closely with vendors and suppliers to procure components and services required for customer projects.

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Production Planning & SchedulingDevelop and maintain production schedules based on customer requirements, project priorities, available capacity, labor, equipment, and material availability.Coordinate production priorities and sequencing to support on-time customer delivery.Monitor production progress and identify potential schedule delays before they impact customers.Adjust schedules as priorities, customer requirements, or material availability change.Work closely with production personnel to ensure jobs are released and completed according to schedule.
Materials Planning & InventoryReview bills of material, drawings, project requirements, and production orders to determine material needs.Identify raw materials, components, purchased parts, and outside services required for projects.Monitor inventory and identify shortages or potential shortages.Coordinate material requirements with the production schedule.Help maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing excess inventory.
Vendor Procurement & Supplier ManagementCommunicate directly with vendors and suppliers to obtain pricing, availability, and lead-time information.Request and evaluate quotations based on price, quality, delivery, and supplier capability.Coordinate purchase orders for materials, components, and outside services.Follow up with suppliers to confirm orders and delivery dates.Expedite materials when necessary to protect production schedules.Develop strong working relationships with key suppliers.Identify alternative suppliers when necessary.Assist with negotiating pricing, delivery, and other purchasing terms within established company guidelines.
Project CoordinationWork with Sales, Engineering, and Operations to understand project requirements and timing.Develop material and production plans for customer projects.Identify long-lead materials early in the project.Track project milestones, material status, and expected completion dates.Coordinate outside processing, subcontracting, fabrication, or specialty services when required.Communicate potential project risks and delivery issues to management.
Continuous ImprovementIdentify opportunities to improve production flow, scheduling, purchasing, and inventory management.Help develop standardized planning and purchasing processes.Monitor supplier performance and identify recurring issues.Use data and reporting to improve schedule adherence, material availability, inventory management, and on-time delivery.
What We’re Looking For3–5 years of experience in production planning, materials planning, purchasing, supply chain, or a related manufacturing environment.Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production scheduling.Experience working directly with vendors and purchasing materials or services.Strong organizational and follow-up skills.Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.Strong Microsoft Excel skills.Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a small-company environment.Defense Project Access: This position involves access to defense-related projects and export-controlled technical information. Candidates must be eligible to perform the role in compliance with applicable U.S. export-control laws, including ITAR, and obtain any required access authorizations.
Preferred QualificationsExperience with an ERP/MRP system.Experience reading engineering drawings and bills of material.Experience in custom or project-based manufacturing.Experience with vendor negotiations and supplier management.Associate's or bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Operations, Business, or a related field.APICS/ASCM certification is a plus.
What Success Looks LikeSuccess in this position means keeping production moving, ensuring materials arrive when needed, maintaining accurate schedules, building strong supplier relationships, and identifying potential problems before they become production or customer-delivery issues.This person will play an important role in helping TPA Motion deliver quality products on time while supporting continued growth and operational efficiency.
Why Join TPA Motion?TPA Motion is a growing company where your work has a direct and visible impact. xzbcwsv This is an opportunity to become an integral part of the operation and take ownership of production planning, materials coordination, and supplier relationships.If you are an organized, proactive manufacturing professional who enjoys solving problems, working with people, and keeping projects moving, we'd like to hear from you.
Location: Fort Mill, South CarolinaPosition: Full-TimeSalary: $72,000–$78,000Reports To: General Manager