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Careersβ€ΊRolesβ€ΊFacility Operations Coordinator
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Facility Operations Coordinator

The site operations organizer β€” coordinating daily facility activities to keep operations running smoothly.

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Based on Holland Code framework
Industries that often hire Facility Operations Coordinators
Agriculture & Forestry Β· 44%Wholesale & Distribution Β· 9%Government Β· 7%Manufacturing Β· 7%Administrative Services Β· 6%Education Β· 6%
Job markets for Facility Operations Coordinators
Where Facility Operations Coordinator jobs concentrate Β· ~33 metro areas
Based on employment in related occupations
Mapped SOC categories:
Operations
BLS Occupational Employment Statistics
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What it's like

What it's like to be a Facility Operations Coordinator

As a Facility Operations Coordinator, you coordinate operations at a facility β€” scheduling activities, managing logistics, handling administrative tasks, and ensuring smooth daily operations. The specific focus depends on the facility type.

Your day supports facility operations. You might coordinate production schedules, then manage delivery logistics, then track operational metrics, then handle administrative tasks, then support operations management. You're ensuring the facility has the coordination it needs to function effectively.

The hardest part is staying organized across many activities in a dynamic environment. Facilities have constant activity; priorities shift throughout the day. You need to maintain structure while remaining responsive. The people who thrive here are organized, adaptable, and enjoy the pace of operations.

What people in this role value
IndependenceAbove avg
AchievementModerate
Working ConditionsModerate
RelationshipsModerate
RecognitionModerate
SupportLower
O*NET Work Values survey
Role Profile
StrategyExecution
StructuredAdaptable
ManagingContributing
CollaborativeIndependent
Things that vary from job to job as a Facility Operations Coordinator
Facility typeOperations scopeShift coverageSystem sophisticationTeam structure
Facility operations coordination varies by facility type. Manufacturing, distribution, research, and service facilities have different operations. Coordination scope might be broad or focused. Shift coverage varies from day shift to 24/7. System sophistication affects coordination tools. Team structures range from dedicated coordinators to combined roles.
✦ Editorial β€” written by Truest from industry research and career patterns
Career Paths

Where this role sits in the broader career landscape β€” and where it can take you.

Earning potential across this track
$239K$179K$119K$60K$0KLower paying387 metro areas, sorted by salary level
All experience levels1
This level's estimated range
INDUSTRIES PAYING ABOVE AVERAGE
Technology & Information$160K+37%
Professional Services$156K+33%
Financial Services$149K+27%
Energy & Utilities$142K+21%
Government$124K+5%
Compared to Operations average across all industries
1 BLS OEWS May 2024 covers all Facility Operations Coordinators (SOC 11-9013.00), not just this title Β· BEA RPP 2023
* Top salaries exceed this figure. BLS caps reported wages at ~$240K to protect individual privacy in high-earning roles.
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What it takes to advance
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Operations management
Understanding operations opens management paths
2
Systems expertise
Deep system knowledge increases value
3
Leadership skills
Moving up requires people management abilities
Lateral Moves
Production Coordinator β†’
If you want to focus on manufacturing coordination
Administrative Coordinator β†’
If you want to apply coordination skills in office settings
Questions you might ask when interviewing
What type of facility is this?
What operations would I coordinate?
What shift coverage is expected?
What systems are used?
What does advancement look like?
✦ Editorial β€” career progression and interview guidance based on industry patterns
The Broader Landscape

Roles like this one sit within a broader occupational category. The numbers below reflect that full landscape β€” helpful for context, but your specific experience will depend on level, specialty, and where you work.

$52K–$157K
Salary Range
10th – 90th percentile
6K
U.S. Employment
-1.3%
10yr Growth
86K
Annual Openings

How Facility Operations Coordinator pay & employment are changing

$110K$107K$104K$101K$99K201920202021202220232024$99K$110K
BLS OEWS May 2024 Β· BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034

Skills & Requirements

Active ListeningCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingManagement of Personnel ResourcesCoordinationJudgment and Decision MakingMonitoringSocial Perceptiveness
O*NET OnLine Β· Bureau of Labor Statistics
Mapped SOC Codes
11-9013.00

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Roles with similar work and overlapping career paths

midFacility Operations Manager$88KmidPlant Manager$116KmidProduction Superintendent$98KseniorSenior Production Superintendent$98KmidGrower$62KmidField Manager$64K
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Common questions about what it's like to be a Facility Operations Coordinator

What does a Facility Operations Coordinator do?

The site operations organizer β€” coordinating daily facility activities to keep operations running smoothly.

How much does a Facility Operations Coordinator make?

Median pay for a Facility Operations Coordinator is about $88K nationally, with the field ranging roughly from $52K to $157K depending on experience, employer, and metro (BLS).

What skills does a Facility Operations Coordinator need?

Core skills for this role include Active Listening, Critical Thinking, Reading Comprehension, Complex Problem Solving, and Speaking.

Is a Facility Operations Coordinator in demand?

Employment in this field is projected to decline about 1.3% through 2034, with roughly 5,910 people working in it today (BLS).

What jobs are similar to a Facility Operations Coordinator?

Closely related roles include Facility Operations Manager, Plant Manager, and Production Superintendent.

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Federal data: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2024) Β· BLS Employment Projections Β· O*NET OnLine
Truest editorial: Fit check, role profile, things that vary, advancement analysis, lateral moves, interview questions.