Manufacturing Operations Coordinator

About the role

This is a hands-on, learning-rich role at the heart of BiVACOR's production operations, where you will develop foundational skills in manufacturing coordination while supporting the Senior Production Supervisor in delivering the world's first Total Artificial Heart on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist in tracking production work orders from release through completion, flagging potential bottlenecks to the Senior Production Supervisor
• Support coordination with Procurement and Supply Chain by monitoring incoming material delivery status and communicating updates to the team
• Maintain and update the shop floor schedule daily, relaying priority changes to production technicians and assemblers under supervisor guidance
• Serve as a liaison-in-training between Production, Quality, Engineering, and Purchasing to help ensure materials, documentation, and resources are available when needed
• Monitor work order traveler status, identify missing sign-offs or incomplete documentation, and escalate to the appropriate team member for resolution
• Compile and distribute daily/weekly production status reports and escalation summaries for the Senior Production Supervisor
• Assist with shipping and receiving coordination for production-related components, subassemblies, and vendor-managed inventory

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree in progress or completed in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field preferred
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, production, or supply chain environment; internship or co-op experience welcome
• Basic familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, or similar) or a willingness to learn; experience tracking work orders or inventory a plus
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing tasks while staying attentive to detail

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing tasks while staying attentive to detail
• Awareness of or curiosity about Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and the importance of accurate documentation in a regulated environment
• Clear and proactive communicator, comfortable asking questions, flagging concerns, and working across teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for basic tracking and reporting
• A positive, can-do attitude, highly detail-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and eager to grow within it

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Eagerness to learn
• Proactive mindset

Benefits

• BiVACOR offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:
• 401(k) with company matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life insurance & Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid time off

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is $50,000 to $60,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Schedule

This role is based on-site at BiVACOR’s Huntington Beach headquarters.