Project Coordinator – Manufacturing Operations

Qualdoc • Marietta, OH

19h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an organized Project Coordinator to support configure-to-order (CTO) and quick-ship manufacturing programs. In this role, you will oversee customer orders from initial entry through final shipment while working closely with production, engineering, supply chain, quality, and logistics teams to help ensure projects are completed accurately and delivered on schedule. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys coordinating multiple projects at once.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• One to three years of experience in project coordination, order management, customer service, inside sales support, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience working with ERP systems and project management or order tracking software.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to follow projects through completion.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in electrical, industrial, or electromechanical manufacturing.
• Familiarity with configure-to-order (CTO), make-to-order (MTO), or similar manufacturing processes.
• Exposure to power distribution equipment or other industrial products.
• Experience coordinating logistics and shipments for manufactured products.
• CAPM certification or interest in pursuing a project management certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate configure-to-order (CTO) and quick-ship orders throughout the entire order lifecycle, from order entry to shipment and project completion.
• Review incoming sales orders to verify accuracy, completeness, and product configuration details.
• Monitor project milestones, including material availability, production progress, quality inspections, testing, and shipping schedules.
• Maintain accurate order information using ERP systems and project tracking software.
• Communicate daily with production, engineering, supply chain, quality, and shipping teams to keep projects on track.
• Provide customers with order status updates and proactively communicate schedule changes or delays.
• Identify orders that may be at risk of missing delivery commitments and escalate issues for resolution.
• Support shipping coordination, logistics activities, and customer-specific documentation requirements.
• Prepare internal reports and customer-facing project status updates.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives related to scheduling, order management, and project tracking.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary, with higher compensation available based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Support for professional development and industry certifications.
• Collaborative team environment with exposure to a variety of manufacturing projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level