• Production Coordinator Job Title Production Coordinator
Department Production
Reports To Production Supervisor
Location 7865 Northcourt Rd, Suite #100, Houston, Texas 77040
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Effective/Revision Date 11/2026
Role Purpose The Production Coordinator supports daily manufacturing operations by maintaining accurate shift and work-order records, coordinating production and quality activities, and assisting the Production Supervisor in resolving operational issues. The role provides backup support to the Production Lead when needed and participates directly in production and assembly activities to help meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity expectations. Scope & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Production Coordination: Support execution of the assigned shift’s production activities under the direction of the Production Supervisor; coordinate priorities and communicate workflow issues with appropriate team members.
- Shift Data & Reporting: Enter, verify, and maintain accurate shift production information in designated systems, including production quantities, downtime, scrap, and other required operating data.
- Work-Order Labor Reconciliation: Review and reconcile labor entries against work orders for assigned production activities; identify discrepancies and report unresolved variances promptly.
- Backup Lead Support: Provide coverage and operational support for the Production Lead when assigned, including facilitating work assignments and communicating priorities; escalate personnel and operational decisions to the Production Supervisor as appropriate.
- Quality & Inspection Support: Perform assigned receiving inspections, in-process checks, and lot-acceptance activities in accordance with approved procedures, training, and authorization; document results and promptly report nonconforming material or product.
- Equipment & Process Support: Assist with routine molding or quality equipment startup activities only when trained and authorized; recognize abnormalities and refer equipment or process adjustments to qualified personnel.
- Problem Resolution & Escalation: Identify concerns involving quality, equipment, materials, labor, safety, or production flow; communicate issues to the Production Supervisor and appropriate support personnel.
- Cross-Functional Coordination: Work with Process Technicians, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Materials/Warehouse, and other support teams to resolve production issues and maintain continuity of operations.
- Standard Work & Documentation: Follow current work instructions, assembly procedures, quality-system requirements, and recordkeeping practices; help maintain complete and accurate production documentation.
- Continuous Improvement & 5S: Support lean manufacturing, 5S, waste reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives in coordination with the Production Supervisor.
- Hands-On Production: Perform assembly and other assigned production tasks as needed, following prescribed methods, quality standards, and production requirements.
- Safety & Housekeeping: Follow applicable safety procedures, use required personal protective equipment, report hazards and incidents immediately, and maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas.
- Other Assigned Duties: Perform other related duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor.
Work Experience & Skills Education: High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) credential required. Experience: One to two years of leadership, lead-support, or production coordination experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment preferred. Experience with plastic injection molding, assembly, or related manufacturing operations is beneficial. Skills / Knowledge: Ability to enter and reconcile production data accurately; use computers and applicable manufacturing or work-order systems; read and follow work instructions; perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; recognize production and quality discrepancies; and communicate clearly with supervisors and cross-functional personnel. Strong organization, attention to detail, teamwork, and practical problem-solving skills are required. Training: Completion of assigned safety, hazardous-material awareness, quality-system, department work-instruction, and job-specific equipment or inspection training. Lead-support or people-management training as assigned. Equipment startup and inspection activities require applicable qualification and authorization. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements Work environment: Primarily indoor manufacturing and production areas, with possible temperature variations, machinery noise, and exposure to typical manufacturing materials and activities. Required protective equipment must be worn as designated. Physical or operational requirements: Work involves standing and walking, occasional sitting, repetitive hand use, reaching, bending, and handling production materials. The existing position description identifies force exertion of up to 20 pounds; actual lifting frequency and maximum loads should be confirmed with Operations before final issuance. Close visual acuity is needed for inspection of small parts and defects, reading instructions, checking measurements, and computer/data-entry work. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals to perform essential functions. Compliance Statements Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran