Parts Coordinator

Landscape Structures; Delano (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing

Monthly bonus opportunity

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Employee stock ownership plan

Job summary

Landscape Structures in Delano, Minnesota, is seeking a Parts Coordinator responsible for providing materials and information to support timely production. The ideal candidate has manufacturing experience, strong organizational skills, and effective communication abilities.

The role includes reviewing job orders, verifying material availability, and maintaining organized work areas. The position offers a target hourly range of $20.00 - $25.00, along with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, materials coordination, production support, or similar roles preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, less-structured environment.
• Ability to read and interpret prints, job packets, and production documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide the team with accurate materials, prints, and required job information to support on-time production.
• Coordinate material flow between work centers to maintain efficient operations and minimize delays.
• Assist in identifying and resolving discrepancies or missing components that could impact production schedules.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

High school completion or equivalent preferred

Tools

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

About Landscape Structures

Landscape Structures Inc. has been the leading manufacturer of commercial playground equipment in the world for more than 50 years. Our employee‑owned company designs community and school playgrounds that encourage kids of all ages and abilities to learn persistence, leadership, competition, bravery, support, and empathy through play. Landscape Structures pushes the limits—of design, inclusion, and play—to help kids realize there is no limit to what they can do today and in the future. For a better tomorrow, we play today.

Position Summary

The Parts Coordinator is responsible for providing the team with the materials, prints, and information required to complete jobs accurately and on schedule. This role requires a high performing, flexible, and creative team member who is comfortable working with less structure and adapting to changing priorities.

Hours: M-F, 5:00 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.

Values

• Innovation


• Commitment & Passion


• Integrity


• Team & Relationships

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide the team with accurate materials, prints, and required job information to support on‑time production.


• Review job orders, verify material availability, and ensure all necessary components are staged and prepared prior to production.


• Coordinate material flow between work centers to maintain efficient operations and minimize delays.


• Communicate with other internal areas regarding material shortages, job status, or changes to requirements.


• Maintain organized work areas for materials, prints, and job packets to support quick access and accurate retrieval.


• Assist in identifying and resolving discrepancies or missing components that could impact production schedules.


• Adjust daily tasks, priorities, and work hours as needed to align with changing business demands and available equipment resources.


• Fill out MDRs and relay communication for reworking parts to other areas, if needed.


• Follow the LSI QMS (standardized work and documented procedures).


• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives through the monthly department presentations, including newspapers, 5s, two second lean opportunities and understanding and participating in improving the LSI environmental impacts and aspects.


• Ensure compliance with all applicable standards: ISO 9001 quality, 14001 environmental, customer requirements, and internal procedures.


• Adhere to all safety procedures (including participating in safety audits, following machine guarding and lockout/tag out, proper lifting techniques, etc.), PPE requirements, and reporting incidents (including reporting near misses, incidents, and unsafe conditions immediately).

Job Competencies

• Acts with Safety in Mind: Actively promotes and maintains a safe working environment by identifying hazards and following safety protocols.


• Focus on Quality: Produces work that consistently meets specifications and prevents defects.


• Committed to Delivery: Meets production targets while maintaining quality and safety.


• Positively Affects Morale: Contributes positively to team performance and workplace culture.


• Shows Consideration for the Environment: Operates responsibly to reduce environmental impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, materials coordination, production support, or similar roles preferred.


• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, less‑structured environment.


• Ability to read and interpret prints, job packets, and production documentation.


• Ability to read blueprints preferred.


• Effective communication skills to collaborate across teams and relay accurate information.


• Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to adjust schedules or tasks based on business needs.


• Problem‑solving skills to identify material issues, discrepancies, or workflow obstacles.


• Previous experience in manufacturing preferred.


• Basic computer knowledge.


• High school completion or equivalent preferred.

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The target hourly range is $20.00 - $25.00, depending upon qualifications and experience. The posted pay range reflects the expected compensation for a fully qualified candidate. Starting pay may be above or below this range based on job‑related factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and training needs.

In addition to hourly pay, the compensation package also includes eligibility for profit‑sharing and monthly bonus opportunity. Additionally, for eligible full‑time employees, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits; paid time off and paid holidays; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock ownership plan.

Landscape Structures is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Landscape Structures participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.