Manufacturing Technical Coordinator Job

Armstrong group; Gilberts (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k match

Life insurance

Vacation & sick time

Disability coverage

Product discounts

Professional development

Casual work environment

Fitness center & cafe

Job summary

Armstrong World Industries’ Turf Design division in Gilberts, IL is seeking a Manufacturing Technical Coordinator to translate drawings into executable manufacturing formats and pre-production paperwork. The role reports to the Manufacturing Technical Supervisor and focuses on organizing projects and ensuring accurate production handoffs.

The position requires 2+ years drafting/millwork experience, 3-5 years in manufacturing, and a high school diploma (associate/bachelor’s preferred).

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2+ years of drafting, millwork, cabinetry, or equivalent work experience.
• 3-5 years of production/manufacturing environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Organizes company projects for production and formats engineering files for production.
• Revises nesting layouts for maximum output.
• Reviews a pre-determined checklist for each project, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Organizes parts for packaging and assembly.

Skills

Drafting experience

Manufacturing knowledge

Attention to detail

Math skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Rhino

Job description

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Company: Armstrong World Industries

Primary location:Gilberts,Illinois
Relocation offered:No
Employment status:Full-Time
Travel:No
Non-compete:No

The estimated base salary range for this role is “$47,890 to $55,000” per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

What does it mean to work at Turf Design, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, product discount programs and many more.
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
A casual work environment where we have a recognition program for our team, and service awards. You will also be able to make the most of our fitness center and lunchtime cafe.
A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results.

Reporting to the Manufacturing Technical Supervisor, the Manufacturing Technical Coordinator will be responsible for preparing pre-production paperwork, translating drawings/submittal packages from the Design Teams, and putting them into an executable format for the Manufacturing Team.

What’s in it for you

• Collaborative and close-knit team environment within a company
• Opportunities to participate in company events and celebrations
• Strong benefits package
• Ability to develop professionally in a team-oriented environment that values learning and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to grow your skills through hands-on experience

What you’ll do

• Organizes company projects for production. Responsibilities will include (but are not limited to) the following:
• Formats engineering files to drop to production.
• Revises nesting layouts for maximum output.
• Reviews a pre-determined checklist for each project, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Organize parts for packaging/assembly.

What will make you successful

• Communicates effectively, both verbally and written.
• Understands requirements for production.
• Willing to train with our Design Team at the Firehouse.
• Willing to learn new programs (i.e., Rhino).
• Well organized and detail oriented.
• Possesses strong mathematical skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.

What makes you stand out

• Associate or bachelor’s degree
• 2+ years of work experience in drafting, millwork, cabinetry, or work equivalent.
• 3-5 years of experience in a production/manufacturing environment.

Physical and Mental Demands

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Office Environment – This position operates in a professional office environment and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. No PPE is required.
• Plant Environment – This position operates in a manufacturing setting and can be subject to extreme cold and hot temperatures; uneven walking surfaces with cords, tools, and other obstacles; intermittent loud noises; and dusty or dirty conditions. Required PPE includes hard hat (when required), safety glasses, earplugs, steel toe/composite boots, and fall protection.

Why should you join Turf Design, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is anAmericas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings, specialty walls and exterior metal solutions. With approximately $1.4 billion in revenue, AWI has about 3,700 employees and a manufacturing network of 21 facilities in North America.

At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 160 years, we built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we’re here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

About the location (Gilberts, IL)

Gilberts, Illinois is a growing village in Kane County, located along the I‑90 corridor near Elgin and within the greater Chicago metropolitan area. The community offers a balance of small‑town atmosphere and convenient access to major highways, making it an attractive location for both commuters and manufacturing operations. Gilberts is known for its expanding light industrial and manufacturing presence, strong community focus, and room for continued growth. With nearby residential communities, open space, and access to regional amenities, Gilberts provides a practical and appealing setting for professionals seeking stability, accessibility, and a collaborative work environment.

Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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