Production Coordinator

Kelly Services; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick time

Vacation time

Holidays

Health, Dental and Vision

401K with company match

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

Kelly Services is hiring a Production Coordinator at ITW's Newburyport, MA site to oversee production flow, scheduling, and safety across a multi-shift cell. This role supervises non-exempt operators and drives continuous improvement and quality initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in manufacturing operations and production supervision, plus experience with lean practices, ERP systems, and MS Office. Requires strong communication and leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing operations and production supervision, or equivalent combination of education and 6 years of experience.
• Experience with production scheduling, resource allocation and workflow optimization.
• Demonstrated understanding of lean manufacturing practices, quality control processes, and workplace safety.
• Proven ability to build trust and credibility with teams and stakeholders while fostering a collaborative, results-oriented work environment.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience with 5S strategies preferred.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Flexible to adjust work schedule based on operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Foster a proactive, safety-first culture and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate activities from post-order entry through shipment readiness, allocate resources and manage schedules.
• Provide clear production updates across departments and support trials for new product development.
• Manage daily operations, onboarding, training and compliance within policies.
• Ensure adherence to quality processes and drive standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with other departments to fulfill customer orders and adjust schedules as needed.
• Perform additional tasks to support business needs.

Skills

Production scheduling

Lean manufacturing

Quality control

Safety culture

Team leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Decision-making

5S

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Kelly is Hiring: Fulltime (Permanent role) Production Coordinator | Direct Hire at ITW (Illinois Tool Works), Newburyport, MA 01950.

Shift: 7 am - 6 pm EST, Salary range: $65 – 92k with benefits.

Compensation: $80,000 - $92,000 based on job history, experience and suitability for position

POSITION SUMMARY

The Production Coordinator is a critical member of the operations team, responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing within a multi-shift cell. This role oversees production flow, optimizes productivity and cost, promotes a proactive safety culture, and directly supervises non-exempt production operators.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safety Leadership: Foster a proactive, safety-first culture through employee engagement and accountability. Enforce safety rules and champion continuous improvement by identifying and mitigating risks before they occur. Lead initiatives that embed safety into daily operations and team behaviors.
• Production Management: Coordinate all activities from post-order entry through preparation for shipment. Create work orders, establish production schedules, allocate resources, and ensure material availability to meet customer expectations. Provide clear and consistent communication of production updates and adjustments across finance, operations, sales/customer service, and related departments. Partner with internal stakeholders to support production trials for new product development, raw material changes, etc.
• Team Supervision : Manage daily operations within the assigned department, ensuring performance against key metrics. Oversee team member selection, onboarding, training, performance, and compliance within company policies. Maintain a visible and approachable presence on the production floor to foster trust and encourage open communication across the department.
• Quality Assurance and Process Improvement: Ensure adherence to established quality processes; elevate concerns promptly and implement corrective actions. Implement and refine standard operating procedures to drive consistency and quality. Utilize ITW Toolbox principles and lead continuous improvement projects with strong employee engagement.
• Customer Support: Collaborates with other departments to ensure that customer orders and requests are fulfilled in a timely manner. Assists with scheduling prioritization and adjustments as changes need to occur to maintain equipment utilization and efficiency.
• Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as required to support business needs

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing operations and production supervision, or equivalent combination of education and 6 years of experience.

• Experience with production scheduling, resource allocation and workflow optimization.

• Demonstrated understanding of lean manufacturing practices, quality control processes, and workplace safety.

• Proven ability to build trust and credibility with teams and stakeholders while fostering a collaborative, results-oriented work environment.

• Strong communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Experience with 5S strategies preferred

• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Flexible to adjust work schedule based on operational needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Onsite role in manufacturing facility with frequent movement between office and production areas. Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas.

Requires frequent sitting, standing, walking, computer use and communication.

BENEFITS

• Sick time
• Vacation Time
• Holidays
• Health, Dental and Vision
• 401K with company match
• Employee Discount Programs

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

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