Job Description
Job Description
Summary 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 experience5+ 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 industrySpecifying and Purchasing experienceAbility to review and understand technical drawings and product specifications to accurately determine amount of materials needed.Vendor management experienceProject management experienceHighly organizedStrong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, and OutlookEffective communication skills : written, oral, negotiation, problem resolutionEnergetic and positive, ‘can-do’ attitudeAbility and willingness to be hands-on in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentDESIRED
Understanding of the product development, design and testing processesAdvanced computer skills to include one or more of the following applications : Microsoft 365, Outlook, Quickbooks (or other MRP), Solidworks (CAD), AutoCAD, Adobe Creative SuiteHands 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 / mirrorOther 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