Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks
Coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within or between departments of an establishment according to production schedule. Duties include reviewing and distributing production, work, and shipment schedules; conferring with department supervisors to determine progress of work and completion dates; and compiling reports on progress of work, inventory levels, costs, and production problems.
Common Job Titles
- Expeditor
- Materials Planner
- Production Planner
- Production Scheduler
What You'll Need to Succeed
AI-generatedKey competencies for this occupation at a glance
- KnowledgeEvaluate work progress and completion timelines in collaboration with department supervisors to ensure adherence to production deadlines.Proficient
- KnowledgeOrganize production schedules, work orders, and shipment schedules prioritizing tasks across multiple departments under time-sensitive constraints.Proficient
- KnowledgeAssess production problems and cost variances compiling detailed reports for management review and decision-making.Proficient
- MindsetBalance competing production priorities and departmental needs while maintaining service orientation toward internal stakeholders.Proficient
- KnowledgeCoordinate material flow and work activities between departments ensuring alignment with production timelines and customer delivery requirements.Proficient
- KnowledgeAnalyze production schedules and inventory data using ERP systems and database software to identify bottlenecks and resource constraints.Developing
- KnowledgeCompute material requirements and resource allocations using production planning software to optimize workflow efficiency.Developing
- MindsetEngage with interdepartmental teams and supervisors to facilitate information flow and resolve scheduling conflicts.Developing
- KnowledgeOperate enterprise resource planning (ERP) and materials management systems including SAP, Oracle, and Microsoft Dynamics to track and expedite workflows.Developing
- KnowledgeInterpret production data and compliance standards to communicate schedule changes and status updates to relevant stakeholders.Developing
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
385,000
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $38,570. 25th percentile: U.S. $46,600. 50th percentile: U.S. $57,770. 75th percentile: U.S. $71,480. 90th percentile: U.S. $84,810. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $38,570 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $84,810 |
| Workers on average earn | $60,420 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Production and Processing4.3/5
- Customer and Personal Service3.8/5
- English Language3.6/5
- Administrative3.6/5
- Administration and Management3.5/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Adobe Acrobat
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Photoshop
- Google Docs
- Intuit QuickBooks
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Word
- Oracle Database
- Oracle PeopleSoft
- Oracle Primavera Enterprise Project Portfolio Management
- SAP software
- Structured query language SQL
Technology Skills
- ABB Production Planning
- ADi SmartBOL
- Accvision ABMIS
- Aestiva Purchase Order
- Airtable
- Applied Software Technologies Asset Maintenance and Materials Management System
- Asprova
- Bill of lading software
Tools & Equipment
- Desktop computers
- Notebook computers
- Personal computers
- Scanners