Manufacturing Order Project Coordinator

Manufacturing Order Project Coordinator

Location: Marietta, OH
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Position Overview

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Project Coordinator to help manage configure-to-order (CTO) and quick-ship projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role tracks orders through production and shipment while keeping internal teams aligned on schedules, requirements, and potential delays.

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.

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

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.