**Job Title: Production Coordinator** Job Description The Production Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and providing the training, tools, and materials required to meet scheduled customer demand within a designated production area. This role requires adherence to company policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and quality. Responsibilities + Coordinate with the Supervisor to assign work, ensuring on-time production and quality goals are met, including staging, trailer availability, and staffing. + Control workflow to meet efficiency targets, minimize downtime, and maximize productivity. + Train and coach team members through on-the-job training and production orientation for new hires. + Record accurate data on production, labor, team members, and scrap in a timely manner, and complete shift paperwork. + Ensure inventory accuracy and manage inventory effectively. + Ensure all purchased and manufactured materials are available to meet production goals. + Collaborate with Maintenance and Manufacturing personnel to address machine downtime. + Ensure safety best practices are followed at all times. + Ensure that all quality standards for the production area are met and perform quality checks. + Possess excellent interpersonal communication skills to articulate ideas and identify areas for improvement, developing positive relationships with employees to establish credibility. + Be results-oriented and motivate others. + Fill in for the Department Supervisor in their absence. + Obtain and maintain a forklift license. + Maintain security of buildings, grounds, equipment, materials, and personnel. + Perform other duties as assigned. Essential Skills + Effective oral and written communication skills. + Efficient and productive organizational, time management, and analytical skills. + Mechanical competence and knowledge of safety-conscious practices. + Experience in manufacturing and inventory management. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Ability to spend extended time on feet. + Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination with hand/power tools. + Ability to frequently stoop, bend, walk, carry, and lift (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 team that values safety, quality, and efficiency while providing opportunities for professional growth. We foster an environment where teamwork and support are prioritized, and where every team member has the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our success. Work Environment Work in a hands-on line environment where safety devices and equipment are regularly used to maintain a clean and safe work area. Expect to work in a dynamic setting that requires flexibility and a proactive approach to meeting production goals. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Lawrence, Kansas. **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 Sep 19, 2025. **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.