Production Coordinator - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Production and Logistics Coordinator

Job Description

The Production and Logistics Coordinator plays a key role in organizing and supporting a small production site in Fontana. This position combines daily administrative responsibilities with production scheduling, logistics coordination, and customer support activities. The coordinator collaborates closely with supply chain and support teams, and may work independently to ensure continuity of operations during the site manager’s absence. The position follows a first-shift schedule , Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer orders and production tickets in the ERP system from creation through final validation, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Review and prioritize production schedules in coordination with the supply chain team in Chicago and the site manager to meet customer demand.
• Manage inbound and outbound transactions in the ERP system and monitor stock levels to maintain appropriate inventory.
• Review inventory of materials against current and anticipated sales orders and engage purchasing and sales teams when adjustments are needed.
• Assist with physical inventory tasks, including counts and reconciliations, as assigned.
• Manage and track shipments for all inbound and outbound materials, ensuring on-time delivery and proper documentation.
• Respond to customer inquiries promptly and report any non-conformances (NCRs) and claims to customer service and the lab manager for tracking and resolution.
• Support the site manager in developing plans to meet customer needs and production requirements.
• Assist the site manager in responding to inquiries from production teams and providing necessary information or documentation.
• Provide backup support for various production and administrative reporting activities.
• Coordinate waste removal in collaboration with the site manager, following established waste management processes and maintaining tracking files.
• Perform data entry, filing, and other administrative tasks to support smooth production and logistics operations.
• Collaborate with the Chicago site on transportation of materials, logistics, customer service, and supply chain activities.
• Carry out other duties as assigned to ensure efficient and continuous operation of the production site.

Essential Skills

• Experience with production scheduling and coordination in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Knowledge of transportation and logistics processes related to inbound and outbound shipments.
• Strong data entry skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage customer orders and production tickets in an ERP system from creation to validation.
• Experience monitoring inventory levels and reconciling materials against sales orders.
• Ability to respond to customer inquiries and escalate non-conformances and claims appropriately.
• Strong organizational skills for filing, record keeping, and reporting.
• Ability to work collaboratively with supply chain, customer service, and production teams.
• Capacity to work independently and maintain site operations during leadership absences.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for interaction with internal teams and customers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using ERP systems; familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 is preferred but not required.
• Experience in supply chain, logistics, or production coordination.
• Comfort working in a small production facility with cross-functional responsibilities.
• Ability to support waste management processes and related documentation.
• Customer service experience, particularly in a production or logistics setting.
• Flexibility to perform a variety of administrative and operational tasks as needed.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a long-term role in a stable production environment, stepping into a position with an established structure and clear responsibilities. You gain exposure to both local site operations and broader supply chain activities, allowing you to develop valuable experience in production, logistics, and customer support. The role provides consistent daytime hours with overtime as needed, supporting work-life balance while still offering opportunities to grow your skills and responsibilities over time.

Work Environment

This role is based in a standard small production facility in Fontana, working closely with on-site production teams and remote supply chain support. Work involves regular use of an ERP system, general office equipment for data entry and filing, and interaction with warehouse and production areas for inventory and logistics activities. The environment requires comfort moving between office and production spaces and adhering to any site-specific safety and attire guidelines typical of a production facility.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fontana, CA.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Fontana,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.