Project Coordinator

Advanced Technology Group•Westminster, CO

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About The Position

The Project Coordinator is responsible for driving the execution of the assigned project tasks and schedules on the shop floor in support of the manufacturing of engineer-to-order fabricated equipment. There is little repetitive work, so you will be challenged as new custom projects are launched and executed. Working closely with Project / Program Managers as well as purchasing, manufacturing, quality, and engineering, you will set up, execute, and status to plans and help coordinate work to align and maintain project activities within the project schedule and budget.

Requirements

Must have at least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing role or managing and coordinating daily tasks in a technical role.
Background in purchasing, materials movement, warehousing, project planning or equivalent in a manufacturing or highly technical industry.
Experience with a variety of components, including sheet metal parts, machined parts, hardware and fasteners, electromechanical components, and subassemblies is required.
Strong organizational skills and time-management with the ability to handle multiple projects and assignments
Action oriented, independent worker with the ability to drive solutions and improve project performance with minimal supervision
Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with all organization levels both internally and externally (customer)
Capacity to embrace change and quickly adapt to new situations, changes in direction and altering priorities
Ability to influence individuals rather than from a position of authority
Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and bills of materials
Ability to read and interpret a variety of technical specifications, government regulations, quality requirements, purchase orders, kitting lists, and other documents required to plan and execute project activities.
Must be able to understand scheduling basics and how to plan around resource constraints. Experience using Microsoft Project or other scheduling software is ideal.
Highly organized with ability to think critically with high attention to detail.
Ability to take ownership of an issue and follow through to resolution.
Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel
MUST BE A US CITIZEN - In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Nice To Haves

2 or more years of experience in project coordination in a highly technical environment is preferred.
An associate’s degree in manufacturing, manufacturing technology or similar technical training is preferred.
Experience working in a custom equipment fabrication or project-based business with percent complete and earned value accounting preferred.
Experience with government programs/projects and/or experience with nuclear or NQA-1 related programs is a bonus.
Prior training in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or work experience in a Lean environment is highly desirable.
Familiarity working with Global Shop Solutions or similar ERP system is preferred
CAPM certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment, and information being the bridge between Project / Program Managers and the Shop Floor.
Support the development and maintenance of detailed project plans for each phase of the project and work with shop management to identify key resources required to support and execute the project.
Provide updated schedules in a format the shop floor can perform to.
Coordinate scheduling of machined parts and fabricated parts, providing visual schedules for each work area.
Status project schedules on a periodic basis as required by production and project management.
Provide support reviewing travelers and work orders as required for manufacturing. Verify kits before moving to Production.
Help update project budgets and performance projections providing feedback to appropriate teams regarding timeliness of materials and order fulfillment, traveler release, and efficiency of fabrication.
Help analyze project risks and opportunities and identify mitigation plans and escalate issues accordingly for high level risks.
Develop, plan, direct and coordinate all project activities for small, repeat projects in support of key customers.
Maintain project documentation, plans and reports per PME processes.
Monitor project progress and handle any issues that arise in coordination with the shop management and project managers.
Participate in process improvement activities including 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and Kaizen events.
Other duties as assigned.