Project Coordinator

Garibaldi Glass Industries Inc.; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural glass fabrication company in Burnaby is seeking a Commercial Door Project Coordinator to manage project specifications and oversee production coordination. The role involves collaborations with various departments to ensure timely product delivery while maintaining quality standards. Candidates with 1-3 years in project coordination and proficiency in AutoCAD are invited to apply. This position offers a competitive salary of $58,000-$65,000 along with a range of benefits including comprehensive health plans and a positive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Office Gym

Free Coffee, Tea, and Hot Chocolate

Employee Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of project coordination experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 1 year of experience with AutoCAD.
• Experience with hardware or door components is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate production requirements and manage inventory for the structural department.
• Finalize technical details and customer approvals using detailed CAD drawings.
• Act as a point of contact for customers regarding order details and clarifications.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

AutoCAD proficiency

Blueprint interpretation

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Completion of vocational/technical school in relevant fields

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Position Overview

The Commercial Door Project Coordinator is responsible for accurately reviewing work order details to ensure we are able to order and build product to the specifications, and pre-production planning to ensure products are assembled on time to meet customer delivery expectations. This includes finalizing technical hardware details and glass dimensions, and obtaining customer approval, using detailed CAD drawings, for structural orders. This position will be responsible for coordinating production requirements for the structural department such as hardware purchasing, ensuring plant staff complete work within outlined schedule and time frames, and completion of work orders. This is a great position for someone looking to expand their career in project coordination and looking to transition into project management.

Key Responsibilities

Project and Order Coordination (60%)

• Finalize technical hardware details, glass dimensions and obtain customer approval of detailed CAD drawings


• Collaborate with shipping department to ensure the timely delivery of finished products to customers


• Ensure production staff within structural production department adhere to work schedule outlined by Commercial Door Project Coordinator


• Work with structural production department to manage department inventory, supplies and tools through regular audits


• Collaborate with Purchasing department in sourcing and reviewing hardware and structural component vendors


• Liaise with hardware and structural component vendors to ensure standard and custom orders parts arrive on time to meet customer delivery expectations


• Maintain and update the status of structural projects in the database


• Utilize structural checklist and Bill of Materials (BOM) to coordinate with our structural buyer, to ensure that the correct hardware materials are being ordered (both standard and custom hardware)

Scheduling and Order Production (30%)

• Collaborate with Quality Assurance on a regular basis to develop and maintain Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) and quality requirements for the structural department


• Strive for Continuous Improvement within department by challenging work instructions and corresponding Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)


• Follow work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to produce finished products

Customer Support (10%)

• Act as point of contact with customers over the phone and through email to finalize and clarify details for approval, communicate lead time updates, manage rush order requests, and back orders, process order revisions and respond to order status requests


• Provide technical support through working with customers to identify the best products to suit their needs and application

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Training)

• Completion of vocational and/or technical school in Architectural & Building Technology, Architectural and Structural CADD, or Mechanical Design is preferred but not required.


• 1-3 years of project coordination and/or estimating experience/sourcing materials within a manufacturing environment


• Minimum 1 year of work experience with AutoCAD


• Previous experience working with hardware or door components is an asset


• Glazier/ Installation experience is considered an asset

Required Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

• Strong computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook)


• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD


• Ability to read and interpret blueprints


• Mechanical aptitude to understand, advise and train on products


• Strong problem solving, organizational, and multi-tasking skills


• Ability to work independently as well as be a contributing member of a team


• High attention to accuracy of details


• Excellent work ethic, self-motivated and driven

Critical Success Factors

• Hardware for standard and custom orders, as outlined in BOM arrive on time and if delayed communicates with all stakeholders


• Work scheduled for structural department is completed on time to meet customer expectations


• Products meet customer’s quality standards and expectations


• Inventory is organized and managed to ensure correct hardware and quantities in stock to complete each order with minimal delay


• Well-maintained and accurate records of all hardware delivery details and update project tracking


• Supplier defects on hardware are caught upon the receipt to Garibaldi and not passed along to our customers


• Clean, organized, and safe working environment

Working Conditions

This position works primarily in an office environment with occasional time spent within a manufacturing environment.

Standard Office:

• Comfortable indoor area


• Comfortable environment with exposure to some dust, dirt or other conditions which might produce mild discomfort


• Frequent, short periods when it is necessary to pay close attention to the monitoring of sights and sounds


• Moderate mental demands due to one or more conditions which are present in the job. There may be noticeable pressure from simultaneous priorities and deadlines

Manufacturing Plant:

• Temperature controlled indoor area


• Comfortable environment with exposure to some dust, dirt or other conditions which might produce mild discomfort


• Frequent, short periods when it is necessary to pay close attention to the monitoring of sights and sounds


• Safety sensitive environment with mobile equipment and overhead cranes


• Physically demanding job requiring one to stand for extended periods of time


• Most departments have a requirement to lift up to 50lbs. throughout shift

Quantitative Dimensions

• This role does not have direct reports; however, the position will require assigning work to one or more employees within the manufacturing department on a daily basis

Why work for us

Working at Garibaldi means the opportunity to be a part of some of North America’s premier construction projects and the ability to leave your mark on a city’s landscape. Garibaldi’s commitment to continuous improvement and the fusion of innovation, integrity and a never, ever give up spirit to everything we do, makes working at Garibaldi more than just a job. You can also expect:

• World Class Team and State of the Art Facility


• Comprehensive Benefits


• On-the-Job Training


• Buddy Program


• Office Gym, Pool Table and Ping-Pong Table


• Free Coffee, Tea and Hot Chocolate


• Popcorn Fridays


• Fun Events Hosted by our Social Committee - BBQs and Holiday Events


• Safety Training, Programs and Safety Committee


• Employee Recognition Programs and Awards


• Centrally Located Close to Major Routes and Transit Accessible


• Free Parking and Bike Storage

Compensation ranges from $58,000-$65,000 depending on experience.

About Us

Garibaldi Glass is a privately owned, architectural glass fabrication facility serving local and international markets. Since 1966, Garibaldi Glass has grown to become the premier source of innovative glass solutions, currently employing over 200 employees working in our 160,000 square foot facility in Burnaby, BC. As we look towards our next 50 years, we are eager to continue our journey to excellence through the continuous improvement of our products and processes to become the leading custom glass fabricator on the West Coast.