Manufacturing Order Project Coordinator

Project Coordinator – Manufacturing Operations Location: Marietta, OH Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire Position

Overview

We are looking for an organized and detail-focused Project Coordinator to help manage high-volume configure-to-order (CTO) and quick-ship manufacturing programs. This role follows orders through the complete production cycle, from initial entry through shipment and closeout. You’ll work closely with production, supply chain, engineering, quality, logistics, and other internal teams to keep projects moving and identify potential delays early.

Project Coordinator – Manufacturing Operations Location: Marietta, OH Job Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire Position

Overview

We are looking for an organized and detail-focused Project Coordinator to help manage high-volume configure-to-order (CTO) and quick-ship manufacturing programs. This role follows orders through the complete production cycle, from initial entry through shipment and closeout. You’ll work closely with production, supply chain, engineering, quality, logistics, and other internal teams to keep projects moving and identify potential delays early.

Career Opportunity This is an opportunity to build a long-term career in project management and manufacturing operations while gaining experience across production, supply chain, engineering, quality, and logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate orders from initial entry through shipment and final closeout.
• Review sales orders for configuration, accuracy, and completeness.
• Monitor key milestones, including materials, production, testing, and shipping .
• Keep order and project information current in ERP and project management systems .
• Work closely with production, supply chain, quality, engineering, and logistics teams.
• Provide customer updates and communicate schedule changes promptly.
• Identify orders at risk of delay and escalate issues before they affect delivery.
• Coordinate shipping requirements, documentation, and customer-specific needs.
• Prepare internal and customer-facing project status reports.
• Help improve order tracking, scheduling, and related operational processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in project coordination, order management, customer service, inside sales support, or manufacturing operations.
• Experience working with ERP systems and project tracking tools .
• Strong organization and multitasking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• High attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Strong follow-through and problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with changing priorities. Preferred Experience
• Background in electrical, industrial, or electromechanical manufacturing .
• Familiarity with configure-to-order (CTO) or make-to-order (MTO) processes.
• Experience with power distribution products or industrial equipment.
• Experience coordinating manufactured-product shipments and logistics.
• CAPM certification or interest in pursuing a project management certification.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Support for professional certifications.
• Collaborative, fast-paced work environment.