Operations Coordinator

Socket.dev; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Simcote in Saint Paul, MN is seeking an Operations Coordinator to connect customers, sales, production, and logistics, ensuring on-time deliveries and overall operational efficiency. The role is onsite at our St.

Paul facility with occasional time on the production floor to verify tags, coordinate loading, and check inventory. Strong organizational and Excel skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Communicate proactively with customers regarding production timelines and delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with sales and production teams to establish and maintain daily shipping schedules.
• Manage and update production documentation, including orders and rebar tags.
• Arrange and coordinate trucking for outbound deliveries.
• Provide backup support for administrative tasks such as inventory and production reporting.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Microsoft Excel/Office

Multitasking

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Description

About Simcote

Join Simcote, a family-owned industry leader with nearly 50 years of expertise in reinforcing steel corrosion protection. We take pride in our core values of Safety, Quality, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork. Our commitment to excellence and strong company culture makes Simcote a great place to build your career. We're seeking a proactive Operations Coordinator who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys coordinating people, schedules, and logistics to keep operations running smoothly.

Job Overview

As the Operations Coordinator, you'll be the central hub connecting customers, sales, production, and logistics. Your work will directly impact on-time deliveries, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency throughout our manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate proactively with customers regarding production timelines and delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with sales and production teams to establish and maintain daily shipping schedules.
• Manage and update production documentation, including orders and rebar tags.
• Arrange and coordinate trucking for outbound deliveries.
• Provide backup support for administrative tasks such as inventory and production reporting.

Compensation & Benefits

• $65,000–$80,000 annually, based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Life insurance
• Professional development opportunities

Work Environment

• Onsite position at our St. Paul, MN facility.
• Primarily an office-based role supporting a manufacturing operation.
• Occasional time on the production floor to verify tags, coordinate loading, or check inventory – requiring standard PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection and hard hat where applicable).
• Collaborative team environment to allow for the entire team to be successful with a focus on safety and quality.
• Rapid changes require the ability to manage information and processes quickly.
• Hours: 7am-4:30 pm Monday to Thursday; 7am to early afternoon on Fridays, depending on workload.
• Work demands: standing, walking, sitting and lifting up to 25 pounds on occasion.

Why Join Us?

At Simcote, you’ll be part of a team that values integrity and teamwork while delivering industry-leading solutions. We offer stability, growth opportunities, and a supportive environment where your contributions make a real impact.

Requirements

Qualifications & Preferences

Required Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, logistics, scheduling, or production coordination.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Ability to learn new processes and software with implementation success.
• Knowledge of shipping and transportation coordination from a rebar shop perspective
• Understanding reinforcing terminology and processes.