Remote Production Coordinator

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work stipend

Health, dental & vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Remote Production Coordinator to manage production workflows from a remote setting. The role requires coordinating schedules, tracking milestones, and ensuring clear communication across internal teams and external partners.

You will monitor progress and proactively address bottlenecks to keep projects on track. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong organizational abilities, experience in project coordination, and proficiency with PM tools.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in production coordination or similar role.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills.
• Proactive problem-solving and risk mitigation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage production schedules from a remote location.
• Facilitate communication between remote teams, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Track progress, milestones, and mitigate bottlenecks or risks.
• Maintain production documentation, reports, and databases.
• Assist in resource allocation and scheduling to optimize output.
• Serve as a central point of contact for production queries and updates.

Skills

Production coordination

Project management

Time management

Remote communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Project management software

Office suites

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proactive Remote Production Coordinator to manage and streamline production workflows from a remote setting. This role is essential for ensuring the efficient execution of production schedules, coordinating between various internal teams and external partners, and maintaining clear communication channels. You will be instrumental in tracking project progress, identifying potential risks, and facilitating smooth operations across our distributed manufacturing support functions. This is an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented individual who excels at remote collaboration and excels in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage production schedules and timelines from a remote location, ensuring alignment with overall project objectives.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between remote teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless workflow.
• Track production progress, monitor key milestones, and proactively identify and mitigate potential bottlenecks or risks.
• Maintain detailed production documentation, reports, and databases, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for the team.
• Assist in resource allocation and scheduling to optimize production output and efficiency.
• Serve as a central point of contact for production-related queries and provide timely updates to relevant parties.

Requirements

• Proven experience in production coordination, project management, or a similar role, preferably in a remote capacity.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent remote communication and interpersonal skills, with proficiency in virtual collaboration tools.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Proficiency in project management software and standard office productivity suites.
• A background in manufacturing or a related field is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work stipend.
• Opportunity to work from anywhere with a stable internet connection.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Access to professional development resources and remote team-building activities.