The Production Coordinator position is an intermediate leadership position responsible for operations of an assembly area. In this role the Production Coordinator leads, motivates, and supports team members to achieve targets, maintain quality standards and ensures a safe working environment. The Production Coordinator works closely with Production Technicians, Lean Process Managers, Operations Managers, and Engineers as needed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS LeadershipSet up production area, which allows employees maximum productionCommunication link with Manager and between shiftsConduct huddles in manager’s absenceParticipate in employee performance reviewsParticipate in department interviews and selection processResource for department product knowledge/quality issuesBe trained on all mechanical equipment within department to help with problem solving and trainingTrouble shoot problems dealing with all areas within the departmentIssue CPR’s and flow up on receiving materialBe able to read, understand, and work with appropriate managers/engineers on department specialsInstitute and practice Lean Manufacturing ideasAssist and help maintain safety in the departmentMake labor/overtime recommendations to managerAssist in training employeesRecommend disciplinary issues to managerThorough understanding of bills of materialsDemonstrate effective communication and listening skillsIdentify/assist/oversee department trainingAssist manager in conducting performance/attendance corrective action discussionsParticipation the resolution of department conflict issuesEffectively deal with differing personalities in a motivational mannerEnforce policies and proceduresAssist in maintaining the Team PhilosophyAssist managers in helping maintain labor standardsApprove LOA and vacation in manager’s absence ProductionAssist with production as needed Continuous ImprovementDocument downtime reasons & review regularly with Lean Process ManagersProvide suggestions for improvements regularlyFoster an environment of continuous improvement and encourage suggestions from team members SafetyMaintain a clean/safe working environmentReport any unsafe working conditions or equipment QUALIFICATIONS EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent, training, certification or education in Leadership, Operations Management, Business, or Lean Manufacturing helpful ExperiencePrior Leadership experience helpful Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesAn understanding or ability to learn to use the BPCS systemComputer knowledge with email, Microsoft Word, & ExcelThorough knowledge of product (or the ability to learn it) and having the ability to answer questions regarding the product specifications OTHER SPECIAL (NON-PHYSICAL) REQUIREMENTSBe a team player, yet be able to work individuallyCapability to make decisions on ownAbility to work with minimal supervisionAbility to motivate others respectfully and successfullyAbility to provide clear directionAbility to meet deadlines consistentlyAbility to train othersRegular attendanceFrequent interaction with others