Line Coordinator

Philip Morris International U.S.•Aurora, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Line Coordinator operates, adjusts, repairs, and maintains manufacturing equipment while leading shift operations. The role focuses on safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The coordinator leads production activities, supports and trains team members, monitors production processes, and collaborates across departments to meet production and quality targets and improve equipment performance.

Requirements

High school diploma with a technical background.
3–5 years of manufacturing experience in continuous improvement, loss elimination, autonomous maintenance, or related areas.
Previous leadership or team-leading experience.
Basic English verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and overtime when required.
Ability to wear required PPE and production uniforms.
Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive tasks.
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Experience with IWS, TPM, or Lean Manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

Operate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain making and packing equipment safely.
Drive equipment ownership, autonomous maintenance, and preventive maintenance activities.
Lead shift startup, daily direction setting, and execution of production priorities.
Monitor and control production processes through automated and manual operations.
Load raw and packaging materials into production lines.
Complete required quality inspections and documentation.
Conduct safety and quality risk assessments before tasks.
Resolve production issues involving equipment performance, defects, contamination risks, and process inefficiencies.
Collaborate across departments to improve processes, reduce losses, and optimize equipment performance.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, uptime, reliability, and productivity.
Meet production and quality targets while ensuring compliance with standards and procedures.
Lead and support team members through coaching, communication, and training.
Manage staffing needs, time-off requests, and issue escalation to supervisors and managers.
Develop, follow, and train employees on SOPs, work instructions, and production standards.
Train operators in machine operations and continuous improvement practices.