Production Coordinator at Aston Carter

Middle River, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Feb, 26

Salary

35.0

Posted On

16 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Coordination, Manufacturing Operations, Inventory Management, Material Expediting, MRP Systems, ERP Systems, Microsoft Office, Continuous Improvement, Quality Assurance, Engineering Coordination, Documentation Preparation, Status Reporting, Problem Solving, Team Communication, Process Improvement

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Production Coordinator Summary Coordinate and support manufacturing and assembly activities to ensure on‑time, quality production of rockets and space hardware. Act as the primary point of contact between production planners, shop floor teams, suppliers, and inventory to expedite work orders, resolve material issues, and maintain accurate production records. Key responsibilities Manage daily execution of work orders and production schedules; update MRP/ERP systems and communicate changes to teams. Expedite material and part deliveries; troubleshoot supply issues with purchasing and suppliers to prevent production delays. Maintain inventory accuracy (cycle counts, stock adjustments, kitting) and support receiving/inspection workflows. Coordinate with quality, engineering, and manufacturing to resolve nonconformances and support first‑article/FAI activities. Prepare production documentation, build tickets, and shift handoffs; generate status reports and metrics for leadership. Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying bottlenecks, suggesting process changes, and tracking corrective actions. Required qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, or related field preferred. 1–3+ years of experience in production coordination, manufacturing operations, or inventory/expedite roles in a high‑paced environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and experience with MRP/ERP systems; experience with production planning tools preferred. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Middle River, MD. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/hr. 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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Middle River,MD. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and support manufacturing and assembly activities to ensure on-time, quality production of rockets and space hardware. Act as the primary point of contact between production planners, shop floor teams, suppliers, and inventory to expedite work orders and resolve material issues.