Job Description

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Maximum:

Location:

Reno, Nevada

Job Type:

Full time

Job Title:

Production Coordinator

Job Description:

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Coordinate day-to-day production and layout activities to keep projects moving efficiently and meet customer and production requirements. This position works closely with production/fabrication, design, estimating, sales, vendors, and other YESCO locations to coordinate materials, schedules, inventory, equipment, and staffing needed to complete projects on time and to quality standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate daily production activities, priorities, and schedules to keep projects moving and completed on time.
• Supervise, train, and direct a team of five production employees.
• Review project plans, drawings, specifications, and production requirements to ensure clear communication and accurate completion.
• Coordinate with fabrication teams at the local facility and other YESCO locations to schedule work, communicate requirements, and keep projects moving.
• Work closely with sales, design, estimating, production, and other departments to resolve questions and address project needs.
• Manage daily ordering and vendor communication, including material availability, orders, deliveries, and issue resolution.
• Manage parts, materials, and inventory to ensure production has what is needed while maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
• Coordinate and monitor cutting, drilling, bending, rolling, punching, welding, and other production processes as required.
• Monitor production quality, safety, equipment, and preventive maintenance to minimize delays and keep the work area operating efficiently.
• Enter and maintain production information, drawings, and related project information in the appropriate systems.
• Identify production issues and work with the appropriate people to find solutions and keep projects on schedule.

MARGINAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with production planning and coordination for special or large projects.
• Assist with training and development of production employees.
• Assist with design, layouts, and graphics support when needed.
• Perform other functions as necessary or as assigned.

NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS:

• Interacts daily with sales, design, estimating, production employees, supervisors, and fabrication teams to coordinate project requirements and production priorities.
• Works with vendors on material availability, orders, deliveries, and resolving issues.
• Coordinates with YESCO fabrication and installation teams at other locations to support project schedules and material requirements.
• Communicates with other departments and locations to resolve production issues and keep projects moving.

TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Six or more years of demonstrated experience in layout, design, production/manufacturing, electronics, power tool operation, or related areas in the sign industry; or any combination of education, sign industry experience, and training which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Ability to read, interpret, and apply specification documents, schematic information, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to apply geometric and algebraic mathematical calculations regarding scaling requirements.
• Ability to move materials, equipment, and completed production projects.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects and production requirements.
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, vendors, other departments, and YESCO locations.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of production processes, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Ability to work independently while also working effectively with a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of an employee encountering while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is typically performed indoors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to noise, equipment, materials, and other conditions common to a production environment. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and balance. Must be able to occasionally move objects in excess of 25 lbs. Specific vision abilities include clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.

We maintain a drug free workplace. We do test for marijuana. Young Electric Sign Company is an EEO/AA employer. We welcome all qualified jobseekers. Jobseekers will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, religion or other legally protected status.