Launch Operations Coordinator – Manufacturing Facility

Gummi World; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Gummi World is seeking an Operations Coordinator to support the build-out of a new Chandler facility. This hands-on role will help stand up operations from the ground up, coordinate timelines, vendors, and on-the-floor logistics, and work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to ensure readiness for initial production.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in manufacturing operations or production coordination, strong organizational skills, and the ability to operate in a

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in operations, production coordination, or a related role within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of the new facility build-out, coordinating timelines, vendors, and on-the-ground logistics as spaces and lines come online.
• Act as a hands-on presence on-site - tracking progress against the build-out plan, identifying gaps or delays, and driving issues to resolution.
• Help stand up day-to-day operational workflows for the new facility, including layout, staffing needs, equipment setup, and material flow.
• Partner with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to ensure the new facility is equipped, organized, and ready to operate smoothly.
• Coordinate the receipt, setup, and inventory of new equipment, fixtures, and materials arriving at the facility.
• Track and report on build-out milestones and key operational metrics, flagging risks early and recommending solutions.
• Help coordinate scheduling of labor, equipment, and materials to meet build-out and early production timelines.
• Assist in developing and documenting standard operating procedures (SOPs) as new processes are established.
• Serve as a point of contact for day-to-day operational questions during the build-out, using sound judgment to solve problems independently before escalating.
• Support onboarding of new facility staff on workflows, equipment, and floor expectations.
• Bring an assertive, solutions-first approach to obstacles that arise during the build-out - addressing issues directly and keeping momentum going.

Job description

Gummi World is seeking an Operations Coordinator to support the build-out of a new Chandler facility. This hands-on role will help stand up operations from the ground up, coordinate timelines, vendors, and on-the-floor logistics, and work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to ensure readiness for initial production.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in manufacturing operations or production coordination, strong organizational skills, and the ability to operate in a