Patco Brands is one of the fastest-growing beverage companies in the United States. Independently owned, Patco has established itself by using 100% Blue Weber Agave and a proprietary process to innovate within the fast-growing ready-to-drink spirits category. Patco is a maker of margaritas, tequila, hard seltzers, Irish cream liqueur, and other spirits, under our own brands and for private labels. Our own brands and private labels, with nationwide distribution, include: Rancho La Gloria Ready to Drink Margaritas Big Sipz Kirkland Signature Tequila Kirkland Signature Hard Seltzers Dough Ball Whiskey Patco products are sold in every major retailer, including Costco, H.E.B., Krogers, Target, Walmart, and Whole Foods Market, just to name a few. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Role Overview: Patco Brands is seeking a Production Coordinator who will drive production planning and coordinate with multiple contract manufacturers to meet established demand and inventory plans. This role ensures production orders are created, tracked, and completed efficiently, while maintaining transparency and accuracy across all stakeholders. The Production Coordinator will report to the Production Manager. Key responsibilities include confirming material availability, coordinating material deliveries in alignment with the planned schedule, ensuring CM compliance with schedule, managing paperwork flow, and monitoring performance across our CM network. Cross-departmental collaboration with Demand Planning, Quality Assurance, Procurement, and NPD/ECO is vital to the success of this role. Responsibilities: Drive production planning and coordination with multiple contract manufacturers to meet established demand and inventory plans. Plan production to match demand. Plan flavor blends to match canning and bottling needs. Plan filling operations for each WIP flavor to ensure WIP availability for conversion into finished variety packs. Create and update production orders for placement and execution in the production schedule. Maintain transparency of the production schedule with all internal and external stakeholders. Track WIP products and re-pack schedules for variety packs Compile production preparation packets for all production orders. Formula confirmation Pallet configuration Mockups Any details required for efficient canning operations (line capacity, efficient run order, etc.) Compile production completion packets during and after the production run for each production order. Production reports Batch records Invoices COAs Quote/Anomaly reports Additional charges Production order submission Work with Demand Planning to schedule orders based on priority. Carry out Agave Wine, AGF1, and finished wine transfers to contract manufacturers to support Agave-based production. Carry out material transfers from 3PL or storage locations to contract manufacturers prior to production so batching and production can be executed without issue. Invoice Matching Accruals Tolling charges Invoice approvals Promptly informing the relevant departments of changes to current production schedules. Assist with Production planning disciplines with CoMans: Execution/Weekly KPIs/Monthly, and Continuous Improvement/Quarterly. Assist with Supply Chain Lean and Continuous Improvement and Cost Reduction initiatives. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Previous experience in Operations (Purchasing, Planning, or Inventory) Exceptional customer service orientation. Makes internal and external customers and their needs a primary focus of ones action; develops and sustains productive relationships. Strong understanding of manufacturing process. Ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and execute multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment. Ability to use a collaborative approach to accomplish work goals and develop relationships within the team by listening, sharing, and appreciating others ideas. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language. Proven analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities. Qualifications: 3-5 years experience in Supply Chain Excellent verbal and written communication skills Position requires excellent follow-up and a proactive skill set. College-level education is required. By applying for this position, we are collecting personal information from you. Please read our privacy notice in the link below for information on how we collect and process your personal information. https://www.patcobrands.com/privacy-policy/
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