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Job Summary:
The Production Coordinator will plan, schedule, implement, and monitor production activities, ensuring contract requirements, product specifications, and deadlines are met.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Assists with setting and overseeing work assignments, schedules, and work quality of the manufacturing team.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Reviews contract specifications, drawings, sales orders, and other project documents to understand requirements.
- Schedules and coordinates work with and of appropriate department staff so that projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
- Identifies, acquires, and ensures the availability of materials and supplies.
- Drafts, develops, and implements cost-effective manufacturing methods and procedures to ensure that production is within applicable standards.
- Coordinates hardware testing with quality assurance staff.
- Prepares workforce projections and budget estimates based on a summary of labor hours and material costs for each job.
- Identifies requirements for packaging and shipping.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints to draft clear and detailed manufacturing procedures.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelors degree in related area preferred.
- At least two years of experience in related disciplines including design drafting, production planning, or assembly work, required.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
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