Operations Project Coordinator

Kelly; Santa Teresa (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Holiday Pay

Sick pay

Insurance Options

401(k)

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking an autonomous, bilingual Operations Project Coordinator for a confidential automotive distribution center in Santa Teresa, NM. This onsite role manages projects beyond daily operations, coordinating with local teams and reporting updates to a remote, English-speaking director. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Compensation ranges from $45,000 to $52,000 per year, DOE. Benefits include a comprehensive Kelly benefits package with PTO, holiday pay, sick pay,

Qualifications

• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish (spoken and written) is required.
• 2–4 years of experience in project coordination, business analysis, or operational support.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills with reliable follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational projects from planning through completion, tracking milestones, timelines, and deliverables.
• Identify bottlenecks and communicate risks, progress, and data-driven updates to remote leadership.
• Maintain project plans, progress logs, and standard operating procedures in English.
• Coordinate with onsite operations leadership to align project work with facility schedules.
• Lead project meetings and help cross-functional teams stay aligned and accountable.
• Communicate project requirements between English-speaking remote leadership and Spanish-speaking onsite teams.
• Review workflows and recommend practical ways to improve efficiency, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Support project teams through bilingual training or onboarding materials.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Project coordination

KPI tracking

Documentation

Communication

Independent work

Cross-functional collaboration

Onsite coordination

Tools

Asana

Trello

Monday.com

Microsoft 365

Google Workspace

Job description

Kelly Services is seeking an autonomous, detail-oriented bilingual Operations Project Coordinator for a confidential client’s automotive distribution center in Santa Teresa, New Mexico. This onsite role leads operational projects beyond the facility’s day-to‑day activities, coordinating with local teams and providing clear updates to a remote, English‑speaking director.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Compensation: $45,000-$52,000 per year (DOE)

Work location: Onsite

Benefits: Kelly Benefits package including PTO, Holiday Pay, Sick pay, Insurance Options, 401(k),…

What you’ll do

• Manage operational projects from planning through completion, tracking milestones, timelines, and deliverables.
• Identify bottlenecks and communicate risks, progress, and data‑driven updates to remote leadership.
• Maintain project plans, progress logs, and standard operating procedures in English.
• Coordinate with onsite operations leadership to align project work with facility schedules.
• Lead project meetings and help cross‑functional teams stay aligned and accountable.
• Communicate project requirements between English‑speaking remote leadership and Spanish‑speaking onsite teams.
• Review workflows and recommend practical ways to improve efficiency, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Support project teams through peer guidance and, as needed, bilingual training or onboarding materials.

What you’ll bring

• Professional fluency in both English and Spanish, spoken and written.
• 2–4 years of experience in project coordination, business analysis, or specialized operational support.
• Strong organization, documentation, communication, and follow-through.
• Confidence working independently with remote supervision and collaborating respectfully with onsite management.
• Ability to influence and motivate colleagues without formal supervisory authority.
• Experience navigating competing priorities and resolving day‑to‑day project challenges.
• Familiarity with operational metrics or KPI tracking.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace and project management tools such as Asana, Trello, or Monday.com.

Work environment and physical requirements

This role is based onsite in a dynamic distribution center. The work may involve moving between departments, standing or walking for periods of time, computer work, and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds. Visits to operational areas may require personal protective equipment and compliance with site safety procedures.