Manufacturing Project Coordinator

Location: Marietta, OH • Full-Time, Direct Hire

About the role

We are seeking an organized and detail-focused Manufacturing Project Coordinator to support configure-to-order (CTO) and quick-ship programs. This position coordinates orders from entry through shipment while working closely with production, supply chain, engineering, quality, and logistics teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate CTO and quick-ship orders from entry through shipment and closeout
• Review sales orders for accuracy, completeness, and configuration requirements
• Track material availability, production, testing, and shipping milestones
• Maintain accurate project and order information in ERP and project management systems
• Work with production, supply chain, quality, and shipping teams to keep orders on schedule
• Provide customer order updates and communicate schedule changes
• Identify at-risk orders and escalate potential delivery issues
• Assist with logistics, shipping documentation, and customer-specific requirements
• Prepare internal and customer-facing project status reports
• Support improvements to order tracking and scheduling processes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in project coordination, order management, customer service, inside sales support, or manufacturing operations
• Experience working with ERP systems and project tracking tools
• Strong organization, multitasking, communication, and follow-through skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to accurate data
• Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Power distribution industry experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in electrical, industrial, or electromechanical manufacturing
• Familiarity with configure-to-order (CTO) or make-to-order manufacturing
• Experience with power distribution products or industrial equipment
• Shipping and logistics coordination experience
• CAPM certification or interest in pursuing a project management certification

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Career growth and professional development
• Support for professional certifications and advancement
• Collaborative manufacturing environment

Pay

Starting salary: $60,000/year, with higher compensation available based on experience