Join our dynamic team at MITY, Inc, a leading furniture manufacturer dedicated to crafting high-quality, innovative, and sustainable furniture solutions. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our passion for creating products that enhance living and working spaces.
Position Overview: As a Project Coordinator on our product team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful execution of various furniture manufacturing projects. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including design, engineering, production, and marketing, to drive projects from concept to completion. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Scheduling:
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, timelines, and schedules.
• Coordinate with internal teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Identify and mitigate potential project risks and obstacles.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between product design, supply chain, engineering, production, and marketing control teams.
• Coordinate resources and ensure alignment with project goals and timelines.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including meeting minutes, action items, and status updates.
• Generate regular progress reports and presentations for project stakeholders.
• Track project expenses, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency gains within the project management workflow.
• Proactively seek feedback from project team members to improve project delivery and execution.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of best practices and standard operating procedures.
• Miscellaneous Duties:
• Assist the Product & Marketing Team with sales requests and other various one-off tasks

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, product development preferred.
• Proven experience in project coordination or management within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the furniture industry.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Asana, Trello) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.