RPS Production Coordinator

About Us

Amarr, a part of ASSA ABLOY, the global leaders in opening solutions, is a performance driven manufacturing organization committed to safety, quality, and operational excellence. As an industry leader, we empower our teams to innovate, continuously improve, and deliver world class solutions to our customers.

The RPS Production Coordinator oversees daily production activities within the RPS department, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing of garage door sections, components, and related parts. This role provides leadership and hands-on support to production team members while maintaining production schedules, quality standards, and operational efficiency. The RPS Production Coordinator also coordinates work assignments, monitors production output, and supports continuous improvement initiatives designed to optimize workflow, reduce waste, and achieve production goals.

Shift: Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 7am - 7:30pm - 4 hours of comp time will be added for those with perfect attendance. 

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Daily Operations

• Lead, assign, and coordinate daily activities of RPS team members to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing operations.
• Monitor production workflow to meet daily schedules, department goals, and customer delivery requirements.
• Provide hands-on assistance during high-volume production periods, staffing shortages, or operational challenges.
• Communicate daily production priorities, performance expectations, and departmental objectives to employees.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee questions, concerns, and issue resolution.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.

Production & Material Management

• Ensure materials, components, and production supplies are properly staged and available to maintain continuous workflow.
• Verify production processes are completed according to work orders, engineering specifications, and quality standards.
• Monitor material usage and communicate shortages, defects, or discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
• Support coordination with inventory, maintenance, quality, and shipping departments to resolve operational issues.
• Assist with machine setup verification and ensure equipment is operating efficiently throughout the shift.
• Monitor production output and adjust labor resources as necessary to meet production requirements.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Enforce company safety policies, procedures, and manufacturing best practices.
• Promote safe work habits and proper use of equipment, machinery, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety requirements.
• Identify and address unsafe conditions or behaviors and escalate concerns as appropriate.
• Monitor product quality throughout the manufacturing process and ensure adherence to established standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready work environment consistent with 5S principles.

Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor departmental productivity, efficiency, and quality metrics.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and support to improve individual and team performance.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new employees and cross-training of existing team members.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, minimize downtime, and increase operational efficiency.
• Support Lean manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in problem-solving activities related to production, quality, and process improvements.

General Responsibilities

• Operate manufacturing equipment, hand tools, power tools, and material handling equipment as required.
• Assist with labor planning and staffing coverage to support production demands.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, maintenance, quality, engineering, and other cross-functional teams.
• Complete required production documentation and departmental records accurately and timely.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing, assembly, or a related production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret work orders, diagrams, and basic technical drawings.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills with the ability to work independently. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Continuous learner with a focus on adaptability and process improvement.
• Willingness to be visible on the shop floor and engage with team members daily.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to support cross-functional collaboration.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by leadership.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in garage door manufacturing or a related manufacturing industry.
• Experience operating manufacturing equipment and material handling devices.
• Experience in a lead, trainer, or supervisory capacity.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.

Other Job Responsibilities and Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs. unassisted with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull materials weighing more than 45 lbs. using team lifting procedures.
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods (8–12 hours per shift).
• Ability to safely move throughout the manufacturing floor.
• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, climb stairs and/or ladders as required for job tasks.
• Ability to use hands, wrists, and fingers for handling materials, writing, and computer work.
• Frequent use of computers, keyboards, tablets, scanners, or handheld devices.
• Ability to work in a loud, fast-paced industrial environment.
• Ability to work in hot and cold environmental conditions.

Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision, Paid Time Off, and a 401k plan (with an automatic 3% company contribution, regardless of your contribution) among others.

Our goal is to be a world-leading company that attracts diverse talent, where all team members feel safe being their true selves and are able to thrive in a work environment that promotes change, innovation, and provides equal access and opportunity.

We are part of a global company, ASSA ABLOY with a diverse range of opportunities, both locally and abroad. We offer a competitive salary, training and the opportunity to develop and enhance your career. We take great pride in the efforts of our team members who create a supportive team environment and make ASSA ABLOY such a great place to work.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Amarr is an E-Verify participant.