Job Description
Job DescriptionSummary of Position
The Production Coordinator is a multifaceted and key role that supports company manufacturing operations from order inception through delivery. Responsible for supporting internal partners and external suppliers by specifying, planning, coordinating and delivering luxury artisan-made furnishings with the highest quality workmanship and customer service.
Overview of Responsibilities
Solely responsible or participates as part of a team in the following areas:
· Custom furniture specification and estimating
· Sales Order validation and processing
· Production planning and scheduling
· Project & vendor management
· Production / Inventory purchasing
· Quality Assurance
· Hands on supervision of internal furnishing production
Job Skills, Qualifications and Experience
REQUIRED
· Education: Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical or business discipline such as Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design Industrial Management, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or equivalent job experience
· 5+ Years experience in a similar role with a Durable Goods manufacturer, with at least 3 years within the furnishings manufacturing industry, contract A+D industry or closely related industry
· Specifying and Purchasing experience
· Ability to review and understand technical drawings and product specifications to accurately determine amount of materials needed.
· Vendor management experience
· Project management experience
· Highly organized
· Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
· Effective communication skills: written, oral, negotiation, problem resolution
· Energetic and positive, ‘can-do’ attitude
· Ability and willingness to be hands-on in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
DESIRED
· Understanding of the product development, design and testing processes
· Advanced computer skills to include one or more of the following applications: Microsoft 365, Outlook, Quickbooks (or other MRP), Solidworks (CAD), AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite
· Hands on experience with and/or supervising the manufacture of furnishings in one or more of the following areas: upholstery, cabinetry/woodworking, finishing, metal fabrication, glass/mirror
Other Info
Location: Company headquarters, Atlanta, GA (Chamblee)
Typical work week: 9a-5p, Monday – Friday
Travel: occasional local travel, infrequent overnight travel (less than 3%)
Hiring requirements: must be legal to work in the US, able to occasionally work in moderately difficult physical conditions (warehouse) and lift up to 40lb