Project Specialist

Addison Group; Addison (IL); On-site; USD 37,195 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading staffing and recruiting firm is seeking a detail-oriented Project Coordinator to support manufacturing operations in Addison, IL. This contract position offers $27 - $30 per hour and involves coordinating project activities, preparing documentation, and maintaining project schedules. Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of project coordination experience and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in project coordination or administrative roles.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a small office setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day project activities and timelines.
• Track project schedules and identify potential delays.
• Prepare project documentation including status reports and meeting notes.

Skills

Project coordination

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree (preferred)

Job description

Base pay range

$27.00/hr - $30.00/hr

Senior HR/Admin Recruiter @ Addison Group

Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Coordinator to support our manufacturing operations and ensure seamless execution of projects from initiation through completion. This role provides administrative, logistical, and communication support to project managers, engineering teams, production, and cross-functional departments.

Job Title: Project Coordinator

Location: Addison, IL

Industry: Manufacturing / Distribution

Pay: $27 - $30 / Hour

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day project activities, timelines, and deliverables across production, engineering, procurement, and quality teams
• Track project schedules, identify potential delays, and follow up with responsible stakeholders to maintain project momentum
• Prepare project documentation including status reports, meeting notes, change orders, and production updates
• Support project kickoff, milestone, and close-out meetings; distribute agendas and action items
• Maintain accurate records of project progress, resource allocation, and material requirements
• Assist with bill of materials (BOM) updates, work orders, product specifications, and quality documentation as needed
• Monitor inventory levels for project-specific materials and coordinate with purchasing to ensure timely replenishment

Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of experience of project coordination or administrative roles involving full-cycle timelines
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in a small, close-knit office setting
• High school diploma or equivalent required – Associates preferred

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Project Management and Administrative

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)