Project Coordinator (Manufacturing)

Job Title: Project Coordinator
Job Description
A mid-sized manufacturing firm in South Seattle is seeking a Project Coordinator for a 6-month contract-to-hire position. This role requires full-time onsite presence from Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a 30-minute lunch break. The position demands a pre-employment drug and background check.
Responsibilities

• Lead the integration of new customer programs from contract award through production readiness, including detailed planning, risk assessment, and milestone tracking.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to translate customer specifications into actionable internal plans.
• Coordinate the setup of new part numbers, routings, work instructions, tooling/masking requirements, chemical processing parameters, and quality controls.
• Facilitate internal and external kick-off meetings, program reviews, and gate reviews to ensure alignment and progress.
• Track and report on program status, risks, issues, and key performance indicators such as on-time delivery, first-pass yield, and cost performance.
• Support customer communications regarding program milestones, changes, and issue resolution.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, customer, and quality requirements during program launch.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and lessons learned to enhance future program integrations.
• Assist in capacity planning and resource allocation for new programs across multiple facilities.

Essential Skills

• Project coordination
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel
• Customer service
• Scheduling meetings
• Administrative support
• Document control
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing
• Knowledge of Oracle systems
• Understanding of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Project administration

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience working in a fast-paced aerospace or manufacturing setting.
• Strong experience working with clients to ensure they are well taken care of.
• Bonus if experienced with Oracle systems.

Work Environment
This position is onsite at the South Seattle plant. During the first 4-6 weeks, there will be a requirement to visit another facility to meet with the General Manager and team. The role involves supporting two General Managers, primarily at the Seattle plant and occasionally at another location.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seattle, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $34.00/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 Seattle,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 16, 2026.

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.

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