Production Scheduler / Coordinator (Manufacturing & Production)
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An established engineering and manufacturing business based on Sydney's Northern Beaches.
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They design and build special purpose equipment used across a range of mission critical sectors, Defence, data centres, large manufacturing plants.
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This job is perfect for a well-organised administrator, coordinator, planner or scheduler with 5+ years behind them wanting to start a current role with real growth. Applicants from manufacturing, construction or project admin will be favoured. You don't need to be a trade or engineering expert, you need to be organised, well spoken, versatile and quick to learn. They'll coach and train you on the rest.
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What You'll Be Doing
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Production Scheduling: Assist with the master production schedule to meet delivery dates
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Job Sequencing: Sequence jobs based on machine, material, and labour availability
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Adapting to Change: Re-sequence work quickly when supply delays or variations happen
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Shortage Control: Track long-lead parts and flag shortages before they stop the floor
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Milestones:
Track key milestones for deliveries and attend weekly production meetings
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Engineering Liaison: Coordinate with engineering teams to keep production on track
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Admin Support: Raise works orders, maintain shop paperwork, and book inspection/dispatch slots
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Floor Check-Ins: Spend about 10% of your time on the factory floor checking progress with leading hands (the other 90% is office-based).
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What You'll Bring:
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Experience: 5+ years in administration, coordination, planning, or scheduling.
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Tech Skills: Strong Excel skills. ERP/MRP experience is a bonus (training provided).
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Traits: Well-organised, a explicit communicator, and highly adaptable.
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Communication: Comfortable collaborating directly with tradespeople on the floor.
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What's In It For You:
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Salary: $75,000 to $90,000 base, depending on experience.
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Work-Life Balance: 4.5-day week (7:00 am – 3:00 pm, with a half-day Friday).
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Career Growth: Real opportunities to scale your role as the business expands.
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📌 Production Scheduler / Coordinator Manufacturing & Production New South Wales
🏢 Next Day Recruitment
📍 New South Wales
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