D162
Located in Watkins Glen, NY
Pay: 24-28
Job Full Description
Job Title: Production Coordinator
Location: Watkins Glen, NY
Job Type: Full-time
Pay Rate: $24–$28/hr DOE
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organized, hands-on Production Coordinator to oversee day-to-day operations in a custom Job Shop and Fabrication environment. You will manage production activities, ensure jobs are completed safely, on time, and meet customer specifications, and help drive efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement across the shop floor.
Responsibilities
- Plan, schedule, and manage daily production activities for machining, fabrication, welding, and assembly operations.
- Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) to ensure on-time completion and adherence to specifications.
- Coordinate with engineering, quality, and purchasing for job readiness.
- Lead, train, and supervise production staff while fostering accountability, safety, and teamwork.
- Conduct production meetings to communicate priorities and resolve issues.
- Track and report KPIs such as on-time delivery, lead time, OEE, scrap, labor productivity, and downtime.
- Implement Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Oversee machine maintenance schedules and use ERP/MRP systems for scheduling and reporting.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of production leadership experience in a job shop or fabrication environment.
- Strong understanding of machining, welding, forming, CNC machining, and assembly processes.
- Hands-on experience with high-mix, low-volume production operations.
- Proficient in ERP/MRP systems and production dashboards.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols.
- Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred:
- Experience in custom fabrication, sheet metal, or heavy steel work.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems.
- Familiarity with shop floor data collection, KPI tracking, estimating, or quoting.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in a manufacturing/fabrication environment (standing, walking, climbing, exposure to noise, heat, dust).
- Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 lbs occasionally.
Benefits
- Competitive pay: $24–$26/hr DOE
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Corning, NY
2583
11849 East Corning Road
Suite 101
Corning, NY 14830
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