**Job Title: Production Coordinator** **Job Description** A Production Coordinator coordinates and provides the training, tools, and materials necessary to meet the scheduled customer demand for a designated production area(s) of responsibility. This role must be executed within the prescribed policies and procedures of the company. *****IMPORTANT**** Requires 2-weeks travel to Mocksville, NC for training & training schedule may be different than normal working shift. **Responsibilities** + Coordinate with the Supervisor to assign work to meet on-time production and quality goals, including staging, trailer availability, and staffing. + Control the workflow within the area of responsibility to meet efficiency targets, minimize downtime, and maximize productivity. + Train team members and provide on-the-job training and line and production orientation for new hires. + Record accurate data on production, labor, team members, and scrap in a timely manner and ensure accurate production reporting. + Ensure inventory accuracy and management, as well as the availability of purchased and manufactured materials to meet production goals. + Collaborate with Maintenance and Manufacturing personnel to address machine downtime issues. + Ensure safety best practices are followed by team members at all times and that all quality standards for the production area are met. + Perform quality checks to ensure product quality and accuracy. + Fill in for the Department Supervisor in their absence. + Obtain and maintain a forklift license. + Maintain the security of buildings, grounds, equipment, materials, and personnel. + Perform additional duties as assigned. **Essential Skills** + Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to articulate ideas and point out areas of improvement. + Results-oriented with the ability to motivate others. + Ability to develop positive relationships with employees to establish credibility. + Experience in production planning, scheduling, and inventory management. + Capability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. + Organizational, time management, and analytical skills. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Mechanical competence and knowledge of safety-conscious practices. + Experience in manufacturing and inventory management. + Ability to spend extended time on feet and perform manual tasks involving dexterity and hand-eye coordination. + Capability to perform frequent stooping, bending, walking, carrying, and lifting (up to 50 pounds). + Proficiency in reporting and clerical duties on a computer and/or tablet. + Must obtain a forklift license and certification within 45 days from hire date. **Why Work Here?** Join a company that values teamwork, professional growth, and the well-being of its employees. We foster a culture of safety, support, and continuous learning, ensuring a positive and dynamic work environment. **Work Environment** The work environment involves hands-on line responsibilities, leading by example with excellent attendance and influential interpersonal skills. The role requires facilitating on-the-job training for team members and maintaining an efficient workforce in accordance with job requirements and schedules. Safety and cleanliness are prioritized, ensuring a safe and hazard-free workplace. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Lawrence, KS. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $49920.00 - $53040.00/yr. Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays from day one, tuition reimbursement, and a 401k plan (with an automatic 3% company contribution, regardless of your contribution after your first year of employment) among others. **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Lawrence,KS. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.