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About the Role

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Project Coordinator to support new product development and ongoing customer projects in a manufacturing environment. This role offers hands-on exposure to RFQs, quoting, tooling, sampling, production launch, ERP systems, and cross-functional coordination. Comprehensive on-the-job training is provided.

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What You’ll Do

• Support and coordinate projects from RFQ/quotation through tooling, sampling, customer approval, production launch, and delivery.
• Review customer RFQs, drawings, specifications, artwork, packaging requirements, and related documentation to identify required inputs and action items.
• Work with internal teams and suppliers to gather pricing, tooling details, material specifications, cycle times, capacity, lead times, and other quotation inputs.
• Prepare and maintain project timelines; follow up on milestones, approvals, and open items to keep projects on schedule.
• Coordinate tooling development, prototypes, color and decoration samples, packaging samples, and related approvals.
• Communicate project status, schedule changes, risks, and outstanding questions to customers and internal teams.
• Coordinate artwork, Pantone colors, labels, packaging, and customer-specific requirements.
• Support engineering and production during new product introduction, process validation, and production startup.
• Maintain accurate project records, quotations, specifications, approvals, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain on materials, purchase orders, production schedules, and delivery requirements.
• Assist in meetings by documenting decisions, action items, owners, and due dates; follow up on outstanding items.
• Identify potential schedule or project risks early and escalate appropriately.
• Support documentation control, recordkeeping, and audit-readiness activities as needed.
• Support continuous improvement and special projects as business needs evolve.
• Comply with applicable Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), quality standards, safety requirements, and company policies.

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Qualifications

• This is an entry-level to early-career position; recent college graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Project Management, Communications, or a related field preferred — equivalent experience considered.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn manufacturing processes, technical terminology, ERP systems, and business procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments.
• Professionalism, initiative, accountability, and a customer-focused mindset.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and provide support outside core duties when needed.

Preferred (not required):

• Experience with ERP software (e.g., NetSuite).
• Exposure to manufacturing, injection molding, tooling, packaging, purchasing, customer service, or product development.
• Internship, co-op, project coordination, or administrative experience.

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Position Details

• Employment type: Full-time (Contractor classification may apply depending on assignment; refer to posting specifics).
• Location: On-site in Karns, TN (Confidential Client facility).
• Standard business hours, Monday–Friday.
• Reports to Project Management or Business Operations leadership.

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Compensation

• Estimated base: $47,007 per year (estimated). Actual pay may vary based on experience and applicable state/local laws. Where required by law, pay transparency will be observed.

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Why Join Confidential Client

• Gain hands-on experience across product development, tooling, sampling, and production in a manufacturing setting.
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, production, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Training and development opportunities for early-career professionals aiming to grow in operations or project management.
• Supportive environment for continuous learning and career advancement.

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Other Notes

• Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for candidates with disabilities — contact the hiring team to request accommodations.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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