Operations & Process Coordinator — Lean & Projects

Hennig; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Operations Coordinator at Hennig supports day-to-day operations by coordinating processes, tracking projects, and maintaining documentation to ensure timely, accurate administration across departments.

Responsibilities include monitoring KPIs, assisting with scheduling and logistics, and driving continuous improvement through Lean or Six Sigma initiatives while ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 quality systems.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience: 2–5 years in operations, manufacturing, project coordination, or administrative support.
• Reading: Must be able to read and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operational activities across departments.
• Monitor project timelines and ensure milestones are met.
• Maintain operational records, reports, and documentation.
• Track KPIs and prepare performance reports.
• Assist with scheduling, logistics, and resource planning.
• Coordinate communication between operations, engineering, production, purchasing, quality, and suppliers.
• Support inventory management and material tracking.
• Identify process improvements and support Lean or Six Sigma initiatives.
• Prepare meeting agendas, record minutes, and follow up on actions.
• Onboard new operational procedures and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Support audits and maintain documentation for ISO or other quality management systems.

Skills

Lean/CI principles

Project management software

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Production scheduling understanding

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

The Operations Coordinator at Hennig supports day-to-day operations by coordinating processes, tracking projects, and maintaining documentation to ensure timely, accurate administration across departments.

Responsibilities include monitoring KPIs, assisting with scheduling and logistics, and driving continuous improvement through Lean or Six Sigma initiatives while ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 quality systems.