Plant Coordinator - Big Rapids, Michigan

Haworth; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

On-site gym

Emergency and life insurance

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Haworth in Big Rapids, MI is seeking a Plant Coordinator to support manufacturing operations with admin tasks, scheduling, and documentation. You will work with production teams to maintain data accuracy and ensure smooth plant processes.

The role emphasizes routine reporting, scheduling of training, and collaboration with multiple support functions to address daily operational needs. Prior experience is helpful, and the position is on-site in Big Rapids, MI.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in business preferred.
• Experience with Office 365 tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to manufacturing operations and coordinate production support activities.
• Maintain training records and assist with plant training scheduling.
• Generate routine reports and support production decision-making.

Skills

Continous improvement

Education

High School or equivalent

Associate degree in business

Tools

Office 365 tools

Job description

Take pride in building something meaningful.

What began in a garage more than 75 years ago has grown into a global leader in furniture, interiors, and workplace design. Every day, Haworth members build, solve, improve, and create products that shape how people work, learn, and connect around the world.

Whether you're just starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn and grow, do meaningful work, and be part of a team that values craftsmanship and collaboration.

At Haworth, members enjoy benefits from their first day of employment, including:

• 20 Days Paid Time Off - Plus, the option to buy up to 5 extra days
• Health Benefits: Priority Health Medical options, Delta Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k Match: Contribute 6% of your annual salary, and Haworth will match up to 7%
• Insurance Coverage: Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Earned Sick Time (after waiting period)
• Annual bonus opportunities
• On-Site Gym: Well-equipped gym, open 24/7
• Tuition reimbursement
• Volunteer Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Opportunity for overtime (paid at time-and-a-half)
• Zero Waste to Landfill

We are currently looking for a Plant Coordinator to join our team in Big Rapids, MI.

Job Overview

Provides administrative and operational support to manufacturing operations by coordinating routine production support activities, maintaining records and documentation, monitoring data accuracy, and assisting with production scheduling and inventory activities. Works within established procedures and practices to support efficient plant operations while collaborating with production team members and other functional partners.

Essential Functions

• Support daily manufacturing operations by completing administrative tasks related to production and reporting requirements.
• Maintain training records and support scheduling of required plant training.
• Help maintain compliance with company policies, safety requirements, and operating procedures.
• Generate routine reports and communicate information to support manufacturing decision-making.
• Work with production, quality, materials, maintenance, and other support functions to address routine operational needs.
• Escalate issues that fall outside established procedures to appropriate leadership.
• Contribute to process improvements: Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and safety.
• Must be able to perform all essential job functions with/without accommodation.
• Uses office automation, communication, software, and tools used in Haworth office environment.
• Performs other duties within scope as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School or equivalent
• Work Experience: Less than 1 year of related experience
• Military Equivalency at www.mynextmove.org/vets/find/military

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in business
• Experience using Office 365 tools
• Continous improvement
• Flexibility supporting 3rd and 2nd shift

Environmental / Physical Requirements

• Repetitive bending & stretching
• Climb/bend/balance/twist/reach/lift
• Standing for extended periods
• Lift/push/pull up to 25 lbs
• Moderate exposure to dust, noise, solvent, heat, paint, and lubricants
• Regular hand & arm movements
• Sitting for extended periods
• Required PPE: Safety shoes
• Required PPE: Safety glasses
• Constant mental and visual alertness required to avoid potential serious injury to self and others in all work groups.
• Working in a manufacturing environment on or around large machinery and equipment.

Want to see inside a few of our Haworth facilities? Holland, MI Steel Components Plant, the Big Rapids, MI Wood Plant, the Holland, MI Distribution Center, the Bruce, N.C. Seating Plant, or the Ludington, MI Aluminum Plant.

Learn more about Haworth at Haworth.com.