Production Operations Coordinator

Air Line Pilots Association • Tysons, VA

446d • $68,744 - $98,207 • Remote

About The Position

The Production Operations Coordinator at the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA) is responsible for overseeing all production and operational activities within the Design & Production team. This role involves managing production workflows, ensuring adherence to brand guidelines, and creating standard operating procedures (SOPs) to streamline processes. The coordinator acts as the central point of contact for requestors, vendors, and internal teams, ensuring projects align with the Association's communication plans and are delivered on time with high-quality standards. The position also focuses on optimizing processes, managing resources, and enhancing team efficiency and output.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant area from an accredited college or university or equivalent combination of education and practical experience.
• Five years of related experience in production operations, purchasing, and/or project management.
• Experience in both print and digital production processes, preferably within large organizations or high-volume print production firms.
• Proven experience in developing and managing standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Strong understanding of print and digital production processes and brand management.
• Experience collaborating with purchasing teams and managing vendor relationships.
• Professional experience in design, communications, and/or media-focused companies with large in-house marketing/communications teams is a plus.
• Excellent time management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, XD) and project management tools.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in high-volume print production firms.
• Professional experience in design, communications, and/or media-focused companies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all production and operational activities within the Design & Production team.
• Manage production workflows and ensure adherence to brand guidelines.
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to streamline processes.
• Act as the central point of contact for requestors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Ensure projects align with the Association's communication plans and are delivered on time.
• Review all deliverables and ensure projects are completed to specification within deadlines.
• Provide quality assurance and consistent brand representation across campaigns.
• Improve operational procedures and performance.
• Efficiently manage workflows and provide guidance as needed.
• Ensure effective and transparent communication with internal stakeholders and requestors.

Benefits

• 401k Plan with Non-Elective Employer Contribution of 11% plus 2% into a Market-Based Cash Balance Plan after 180 days of employment.
• Generous health care benefits on day one including PPO, Kaiser, and High Deductible Health Plan.
• 15 days paid vacation and 12 holidays per year plus 2 volunteer days per year.
• Generous sick and bereavement leave.
• Competitive parental leave.
• Company-paid premiums for disability and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings accounts.
• Retiree health plan.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Optional benefits including pet insurance, excess life insurance, legal plan, and qualified transportation fringe benefits.
• Partial remote work opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees