Production Coordinator bei Ox Bodies

Key Responsibilities:

Production Planning & Coordination

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules using Excel and ERP systems.
• Track work orders, monitor progress, and adjust schedules to meet delivery deadlines.
• Coordinate with procurement and inventory teams to ensure timely availability of materials.

Excel & Data Management

• Use Excel to create and manage production trackers, pivot tables, and performance dashboards.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, delays, and areas for improvement.
• Maintain accurate records of production output, downtime, and material usage.

Communication & Collaboration

• Serve as the communication hub between production, engineering, purchasing, and logistics.
• Lead daily production meetings to align teams on goals, updates, and issues.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and external vendors.

Quality & Process Improvement

• Ensure production processes meet quality standards and safety regulations.
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements.
• Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Business, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in metal fabrication or heavy equipment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot tables, charts, conditional formatting).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and production planning tools is a plus.
• Knowledge of dump body components and manufacturing processes is desirable.

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing floor and office environment.
• May require occasional lifting and physical activity.
• Overtime or weekend work may be needed to meet production goals.

About us:

Ox Bodies is a subsidiary of Federal Signal, our products have endured even the toughest of conditions on construction sites around the country and abroad since 1972. We’ve walked in your boots – we get it. Time is money, and we strive to provide the highest quality, most durable products, equipped to handle any job you throw at them.

Our reputation and our people are what have made Ox the industry leader. We are your premier partner for designing and manufacturing Class 6 to 8 dump bodies in the United States and across the globe. Innovative, rugged, high-performance truck bodies, parts, and accessories, all manufactured by hard-working people in Fayette, Alabama.

Our ingenuity allows us to manufacture, assemble, and deliver a complete product. No one else can duplicate what we do or do it better, and if that’s not enough, we’ll pick up and deliver right to your front door.

Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at 205-932-8177. All other applications must be submitted online.