The production coordinator manages all aspects of print production, including planning, scheduling, quality control, and vendor coordination, to ensure high-quality, cost-effective results for large-scale projects and events.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with internal departments and external vendors throughout the production process.
Create and review printing, assembly, and manufacturing specifications and prototypes.
Set productivity goals and manage lot control for manufacturing teams.
Coordinate production schedules, resources, and logistics, addressing issues promptly.
Participate in quality inspections and report findings to ensure product quality.
Build and maintain relationships with vendors, customers, and production teams to ensure timely procurement.
Work with the Production Manager to improve production processes.
Use enterprise applications like SAP and Workfront to communicate job progress.
Requirements
A minimum of 5 years of experience in a print production environment and working with outside vendors.
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and costs.
Capable of working in high-level production activity with critical timelines supporting large conference events.
Professional, detail-oriented, self-starter, capable of working with limited supervision.
Excellent communication skills including phone, business e-mail, and video conferencing.
Aptitude to interface with other employees at all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated project management skills and the ability to multi-task.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of products.
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US; visa sponsorship is not available.
Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or business.
Experience with SAP Materials Management or similar ERP system (recommended qualification).
Proficient in the use of Mac OS and Adobe Creative Suite products (recommended qualification).
Benefits & Perks
Industry-leading health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees and their families
401(k) and profit-sharing programs
Minimum of 80 hours of vacation leave annually
Twelve paid holidays throughout the year
Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Competitive total rewards strategy including base salary within the range of $68,640 - $93,600 USD