1st Shift Production Coordinator

Trane Technologies; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies in United States (Minnesota) is seeking a Production Coordinator to support daily manufacturing operations. The role collaborates with production, materials, quality, maintenance and warehouse teams to meet schedules and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of manufacturing coordination or scheduling experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficient Excel/ERP usage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, operations, supply chain, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, production coordination, scheduling, or operations support preferred.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with ERP or production planning systems preferred.
• Ability to analyze data, identify issues, and support problem-solving efforts.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and reporting.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production schedules to support on-time completion of manufacturing goals.
• Monitor workflow, production status, and material availability to minimize delays.
• Communicate schedule changes, priorities, and production updates to supervisors and cross-functional teams.
• Track production output, downtime, shortages, and other key operational metrics.
• Ensure work order closure. Identify roadblocks for work orders. Track individual serialized products as needed.
• Maintain accurate production documentation, reports, and system data.
• Partner with inventory, purchasing, and warehouse teams to ensure materials are available when needed.
• Support resolution of production issues by escalating concerns and coordinating follow-up actions.
• Assist with capacity planning and labor allocation based on production demands.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, quality standards, and operational procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve workflow.
• Prepare reports and summaries for leadership on production performance and schedule adherence.
• Support audits, recordkeeping, and general administrative coordination for the production department.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

MS Office proficiency

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, operations, supply chain, or related field

Tools

Excel

ERP / production planning systems

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business-it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.

Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.

We boldly go.

Where Is The Work

On-Site (5 days)

What's In It For You

The Production Coordinator supports daily manufacturing operations by helping plan, organize, and track production activities to ensure schedules, quality standards, and operational goals are met. This role works closely with production, materials, quality, maintenance, and warehouse teams to coordinate workflow, resolve scheduling issues, and maintain accurate production records. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and able to communicate effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate daily production schedules to support on-time completion of manufacturing goals
• Monitor workflow, production status, and material availability to minimize delays
• Communicate schedule changes, priorities, and production updates to supervisors and cross-functional teams
• Track production output, downtime, shortages, and other key operational metrics
• Ensure work order closure. Identify roadblocks for work orders. Track individual serialized products as needed.
• Maintain accurate production documentation, reports, and system data
• Partner with inventory, purchasing, and warehouse teams to ensure materials are available when needed
• Support resolution of production issues by escalating concerns and coordinating follow-up actions
• Assist with capacity planning and labor allocation based on production demands
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, quality standards, and operational procedures
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve workflow
• Prepare reports and summaries for leadership on production performance and schedule adherence
• Support audits, recordkeeping, and general administrative coordination for the production department

What You Will Bring

• bachelor’s degree in business, operations, supply chain, or a related field preferred
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, production coordination, scheduling, or operations support preferred
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel; experience with ERP or production planning systems preferred
• Ability to analyze data, identify issues, and support problem-solving efforts
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and reporting
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, production flow, and inventory coordination
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement principles
• Experience tracking KPIs such as output, downtime, scrap, and schedule attainment
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing production priorities

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$30.95

Compensation Type

Hourly

Incentive Eligible

No

Sales Commission Eligible

No

Disclaimer

We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive At Work And At Home

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives - WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role

Yes

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs.

We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.