Assistant Production Coordinator - 2nd Shift

Hope Network; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

403(b) retirement

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Leadership development

Employee assistance

Life insurance

Job summary

Hope Network Industries is seeking an Assistant Production Coordinator for 2nd shift in Grand Rapids, MI. The role focuses on supporting daily manufacturing operations, leading production teams, coordinating workflows, and upholding safety and quality standards.

You will grow into a Production Coordinator role by mentoring teams and optimizing production processes while maintaining records and meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two to three years of manufacturing, packaging, or production experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to train, coach, and evaluate team members.
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn production equipment troubleshooting and production systems.
• Dependable attendance and commitment to production standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with coordinating daily production operations to meet customer deadlines and production goals.
• Help establish production schedules and ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and on time.
• Train, coach, and mentor Production Team Leaders and Production Workers to support performance and growth.
• Monitor production quality, productivity, and workflow while identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain accurate production, shipping, receiving, and quality records using electronic systems.
• Perform time studies and assist with developing production processes and work instructions.
• Communicate production priorities, job specifications, and workflow updates with team members.
• Help maintain workplace safety, quality standards, and facility certifications.
• Troubleshoot production challenges and assist the Production Coordinator with daily operations.
• Serve as backup to the Production Coordinator as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Quality awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Access

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

Assistant Production Coordinator - 2nd Shift

Job Category: Production

Requisition Number: ASSIS024327

• Posted : July 30, 2026
• Full-Time
• Rate: $17.50 USD per hour

Locations

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Grand Rapids, MI 49512, USA

Description

Assistant Production Coordinator – Hope Network Industries

Make a real impact—help others succeed while building a leadership career you're proud of.

The Assistant Production Coordinator supports daily manufacturing operations by helping lead production teams, coordinating workflow, and ensuring quality, safety, and productivity standards are met. This role is ideal for someone with manufacturing experience who is ready to grow into a leadership position and develop the skills needed to advance into a Production Coordinator role.

What You'll Do

• Assist with coordinating daily production operations to meet customer deadlines and production goals
• Help establish production schedules and ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and on time
• Train, coach, and mentor Production Team Leaders and Production Workers to support performance and growth
• Monitor production quality, productivity, and workflow while identifying opportunities for improvement
• Maintain accurate production, shipping, receiving, and quality records using electronic systems
• Perform time studies and assist with developing production processes and work instructions
• Communicate production priorities, job specifications, and workflow updates with team members
• Help maintain workplace safety, quality standards, and facility certifications
• Troubleshoot production challenges and assist the Production Coordinator with daily operations
• Serve as backup to the Production Coordinator as needed

What We're Looking For

• Positive leader who enjoys coaching and developing others
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Self-motivated with a proactive, "can-do" attitude
• Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving abilities
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement

What You Bring

Preferred:

• One to two years of leadership, team lead, or supervisory experience
• Experience with Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, and OutlookExperience with manufacturing documentation, quality systems, or production planning

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Two to three years of manufacturing, packaging, or production experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to train, coach, and evaluate team members
• Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to learn production equipment troubleshooting and production systems
• Dependable attendance and commitment to maintaining production standards

Starting pay of $17.50/hour

• Medical, dental & vision insurance (may vary based on job status)
• 403(b) retirement with company match (up to 3%)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health + support)
• Company-paid life insurance

• Clear career path to Production Coordinator

Why Hope Network

At Hope Network, you’re not just filling a role—you’re showing up for someone who needs consistency, encouragement, and support. Every day looks different, but one thing stays the same: what you do matters.

Our teams are built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to those we serve. We believe no human is more valuable than the next—and the work you do here truly matters.

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