Project Coordinator

Kelly; Russellville (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transit benefits

Paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

Kelly is seeking a detail-oriented Temporary Process Improvement Coordinator for a focused project in a food manufacturing environment in Russellville, AR. The role involves collecting and organizing process data, documenting observations, and communicating progress to stakeholders.

You will work independently within the established project scope and coordinate with plant teams to address data quality and timing concerns.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate data.
• Ability to work independently, manage time, and complete assigned deliverables.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow procedures and work within a defined project scope.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry and spreadsheets.
• Flexibility to adjust working hours based on production and project needs.

Responsibilities

• Collect, verify, and organize process data accurately and consistently.
• Follow standard work, data collection methods, and food safety requirements.
• Document observations and report progress, findings, and completed work.
• Stay aligned with project scope, milestones, and deliverables.
• Communicate with operators, supervisors, maintenance, quality, and other stakeholders.
• Escalate risks, barriers, data‑quality concerns, or scope issues promptly.
• Use assigned computer equipment and standard business tools to enter, track, and report data.
• Support activities across production areas while following plant safety and sanitation practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Verbal and written communication

Procedures following

Basic computer skills

Flexibility in hours

Tools

Excel

Job description

Location

Russellville, Arkansas, Onsite

Schedule

1st Shift 5:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., 40 hours per week; flexibility may be needed to meet production and project needs

Pay rate

$25 per hour

Role Overview

Kelly Services is seeking a detail‑oriented Temporary Process Improvement Coordinator to support a focused project in a food manufacturing environment. You’ll collect and organize process data, document observations, and communicate progress and findings to project stakeholders.

This role follows an established project scope and data collection plan. You’ll work independently on assigned priorities, coordinate with plant teams, and promptly raise issues that could affect data quality, timing, or project scope.

Responsibilities

• Collect, verify, and organize process data accurately and consistently.
• Follow standard work, data collection methods, and food safety requirements.
• Document observations and report progress, findings, and completed work.
• Stay aligned with project scope, milestones, and deliverables.
• Communicate with operators, supervisors, maintenance, quality, and other stakeholders.
• Escalate risks, barriers, data‑quality concerns, or scope issues promptly.
• Use assigned computer equipment and standard business tools to enter, track, and report data.
• Support activities across production areas while following plant safety and sanitation practices.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate data.
• Ability to work independently, manage time, and complete assigned deliverables.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow procedures and work within a defined project scope.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry and spreadsheets.
• Flexibility to adjust working hours based on production and project needs.

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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About Kelly

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