2nd Shift Production Coordinator
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About the role
The Production Coordinator supports daily manufacturing operations by helping plan, organize, and track production activities to ensure schedules, quality standards, and operational goals are met. This role works closely with production, materials, quality, maintenance, and warehouse teams to coordinate workflow, resolve scheduling issues, and maintain accurate production records. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to communicate effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Where Is The Work: On-Site (5 days)
Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily production schedules to support on-time completion of manufacturing goals
- Monitor workflow, production status, and material availability to minimize delays
- Communicate schedule changes, priorities, and production updates to supervisors and cross-functional teams
- Track production output, downtime, shortages, and other key operational metrics
- Ensure work order closure. Identify roadblocks for work orders. Track individual serialized products as needed.
- Maintain accurate production documentation, reports, and system data
- Partner with inventory, purchasing, and warehouse teams to ensure materials are available when needed
- Support resolution of production issues by escalating concerns and coordinating follow-up actions
- Assist with capacity planning and labor allocation based on production demands
- Ensure compliance with company safety policies, quality standards, and operational procedures
- Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve workflow
- Prepare reports and summaries for leadership on production performance and schedule adherence
- Support audits, recordkeeping, and general administrative coordination for the production department
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree in business, operations, supply chain, or a related field preferred
- 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, production coordination, scheduling, or operations support preferred
- Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with ERP or production planning systems preferred
- Ability to analyze data, identify issues, and support problem-solving efforts
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and reporting
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Skills
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, production flow, and inventory coordination
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles
- Experience tracking KPIs such as output, downtime, scrap, and schedule attainment
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing production priorities
Work Environment
- Ability to work in a manufacturing or plant environment
- May require standing, walking, and moving between office and production floor areas
- May occasionally lift light materials or supplies, depending on site needs
- Use of appropriate personal protective equipment may be required in designated areas
- Safety Sensitive Role: Yes (may require passing additional drug screening)
Pay
Hourly Base Pay Range: $30.95
Compensation Type: Hourly
Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation.
Benefits
Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including:
- Health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives
- Family building benefits including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance
- 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution (total up to 8% company contribution)
- Paid time off including 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support
Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.