Associate Project Coordinator

IACMI – The Composites Institute; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Growth opportunities

AAA Roadside Assistance membership

Job summary

IACMI – The Composites Institute is seeking an Associate Project Coordinator to support the METAL workforce program. You will help keep milestones on track, coordinate events and training sessions, and ensure data accuracy for dashboards and reports.

This is a launchpad role for a career in program management and workforce development. Based in Knoxville, TN, this remote role requires independent work in a hybrid environment with about 15% travel for quarterly in-person meetings at our Knoxville

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; related coursework or internships welcome.
• Demonstrated planning, organization and time management skills.
• Strong collaboration and clear communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment and manage priorities.
• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing is beneficial but not required.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365; quick to learn Monday.com, Canvas, Salesforce/Pardot, SurveyMonkey, Credly, and event platforms.
• Valid US driver’s license required; ability to travel up to 15% with overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with work plans, timelines, and task tracking across programs.
• Coordinate events and training sessions; support dashboards and reports.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation across multiple tools.
• Enter and QA participation metrics; keep dashboards current for reports.
• Coordinate with IACMI, industry partners, educational institutions, and stakeholders.
• Prepare simple reports and slide summaries; capture lessons learned.
• Gather feedback and propose process improvements and innovations.
• Plan workshops, site visits, conferences, and stakeholder meetings.
• Represent IACMI at events to ensure positive participant experiences.

Skills

Planning

Organization

Time management

Collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Multi-tasking

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Relevant coursework / certifications welcome

Tools

Microsoft 365

Monday.com

Canvas LMS

Salesforce/Pardot

SurveyMonkey

Credly

Event platforms

Job description

Salary Range: $45,000 - $55,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Location: Hybrid: 90% Remote; 10% In Office; Preferably living within 1 hour of Knoxville, TN; eligible candidates must reside in TN, MI, OH, IN, FL, WV, NC, AL, TX, PA.

Job Summary: IACMI – The Composites Institute is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Associate Project Coordinator to support our national workforce program Metallurgical Engineering and Trades Apprenticeship and Learning (METAL) (casting and forging). In this role, you will help keep milestones on track, coordinate events and training sessions, and ensure the accuracy of data for dashboards and reports. This is a launchpad role for a career in program management and workforce development.

IACMI is headquartered in Knoxville, TN. This is a remote position requiring individuals to work independently and on a team in a virtual environment. This position, reporting to the Program Manager, requires travel with overnight stays approximately 15% of the time, including quarterly in-person meetings at our headquarters in Knoxville, TN.

We value and welcome your unique education, background, and experiences in becoming part of our organization. Creating a culture with a strong work ethic that values your input while building career pathways is an intentional part of our ethos.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with work plans, timelines, and task tracking across multiple programs.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the processes and procedures of the programs.
• Maintain accurate records and project documentation across Excel, Canvas LMS, Salesforce/Pardot, Monday.com, SurveyMonkey, Credly, and related tools, ensuring compliance with program and funding requirements.
• Enter and QA participation metrics and outcomes; keep dashboards current for internal and DoW reporting.
• Coordinate communication between IACMI, industry partners, educational institutions, and stakeholders.
• Build simple reports and slide summaries that highlight impact and lessons learned.
• Capture feedback from participants and partners and recommend process improvements and innovations.
• Plan and coordinate workshops, site visits, conferences, and stakeholder meetings; represent IACMI at events to ensure positive participant experiences.
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc reporting as needed.
• Support workforce programs and events as needed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Relevant coursework, certifications, internships, or volunteer experience are welcome.
• Demonstrated planning, organization, and time management skillset.
• Collaborates well on a project team and communicates clearly with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Comfortable working independently in a hybrid environment and managing multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing is beneficial but not required.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365; quick to learn tools like Monday.com, Canvas, Salesforce/Pardot, SurveyMonkey, Credly, and event platforms.
• Valid US driver’s license required.
• Ability to move around freely, lift at least 25 lbs., and sit or stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% of the time, with overnight stays.
• Eligible candidates must reside in TN, MI, OH, IN, FL, WV, NC, AL, TX, PA.

Perks and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), medical, dental, vision, term life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
• Professional development opportunities and training programs.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within the organization.
• Annual AAA Roadside Assistance membership provided

Why Join IACMI?

• Be part of national workforce initiatives advancing U.S. manufacturing competitiveness.
• Build versatile skills across program operations, data, events, and stakeholder engagement.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative, mission-driven organization.