Manufacturing Coordinator - Piping

Baker Group; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Group in Ankeny, IA seeks a Manufacturing Coordinator - Piping to oversee scheduling, material planning, quality control, and productive workflows for prefabricated MEP components.

You will coordinate with engineering, procurement, and production teams to meet project deadlines, maintain shop documentation, and support ISO 9001 and lean initiatives in a hands-on office and shop setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing coordination, prefabrication, or supply chain within MEP/construction/industrial sectors.
• Thorough knowledge of MEP materials and prefabrication processes, and integration into modular skids/racks.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 requirements and Stratus Software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate manufacturing workflows to ensure timely production and delivery of prefabricated MEP components.
• Maintain production schedules aligned with project timelines and contractor requirements.
• Monitor progress, identify obstacles, and adjust plans to meet deadlines.
• Support QA/QC by ensuring compliance with specifications and standards.
• Serve as liaison between project managers, engineers, and manufacturing teams; run meetings and update status metrics.
• Document ISO 9001 items (NCRs, CARs, PM, fabrication logs) and maintain current work instructions.
• Support lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing coordination

Cross-functional communication

Documentation & recordkeeping

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Equivalent experience

Tools

Stratus Software

Job description

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Manufacturing Coordinator - Piping

Full Time Office & Clerical Ankeny, IA, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1530

PURPOSE

The Manufacturing Coordinator - Piping will oversee the coordination of manufacturing processes, ensuring seamless communication among engineering, procurement, and production teams. Responsibilities include scheduling, material planning, quality control, and optimizing workflows to efficiently meet project deadlines. Performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Production Coordination & Scheduling:

• Coordinate manufacturing workflows to ensure timely production and delivery of prefabricated MEP components.
• Assist in maintaining production schedules, aligning with project timelines and contractor requirements.
• Monitor work progress and identify workflow obstacles, making necessary adjustments to meet deadlines.
• Support quality assurance and quality control efforts by monitoring compliance with specifications and standards.

Material & Inventory Management:

• Collaborate with procurement and warehouse teams to ensure raw materials and components are available for manufacturing.
• Track material usage, shortages, and deliveries to avoid production delays.
• Ensure compliance with material specifications and project requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation including shop tickets, material receipts, quality control reports, and fabrication logs.

Quality Control & Compliance:

• Support quality assurance and quality control efforts by monitoring compliance with specifications and standards.
• Ensure Compliance with safety regulations and company policies in the manufacturing facility.

Communication & Coordination:

• Serve as the liaison between project managers, engineers, and manufacturing teams to ensure clear communication and execution of project requirements.
• Facilitate meetings with stakeholders to review production schedules, identify challenges, and implement solutions.
• Provide regular updates on manufacturing status and performance metrics.

Process Improvement & Efficiency:

• Work with Shop team to document ISO 9001 documentation. (NCR’s, CAR’s Preventive Maintenance, etc.)
• Work with Shop team to document and maintain current work Instructions.
• Support the implementation of lean manufacturing principles and best practices.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent experience in manufacturing, construction management, or mechanical trades.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing coordination, prefabrication, or supply chain management within the MEP, construction, or industrial sector
• Thorough knowledge of MEP materials and prefabrication processes, as well as MEP components and their integration into modular skids/racks
• Proficiency in Stratus Software.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 requirements.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTAL FUNCTIONS

• Excellent organizational abilities with proven problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a collaborative approach and strong team-oriented mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build relationships across different trades.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 10 pounds occasionally.
• May have occasional visits to a job site which would require periods of standing, walking and/or climbing stairs.

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS:

• Laptop computer (MS Office and various software systems)
• Printer(s)

BakerGroupis an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.