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Careersβ€ΊRolesβ€ΊManufacturing Operations Coordinator
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Manufacturing Operations Coordinator

The production support organizer β€” coordinating manufacturing activities to keep the factory floor running.

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Enterprisingleading, persuading
Conventionalorganizing, detail-oriented
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Industries that often hire Manufacturing Operations Coordinators
Retail Β· 13%Professional Services Β· 12%Construction Β· 8%Wholesale & Distribution Β· 8%Manufacturing Β· 7%Administrative Services Β· 7%
Job markets for Manufacturing Operations Coordinators
Where Manufacturing Operations Coordinator jobs concentrate Β· ~390 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 Manufacturing Operations Coordinator

As a Manufacturing Operations Coordinator, you support manufacturing operations by coordinating schedules, tracking production, managing documentation, and ensuring smooth factory operations. You're the organizational support that keeps production moving.

Your day follows production rhythm. You might coordinate production schedules, then track order status, then support material coordination, then handle production documentation, then prepare operations reports. You're ensuring manufacturing teams have the coordination they need.

The hardest part is staying organized in a dynamic production environment. Manufacturing has constant activity; priorities shift throughout shifts. You need to maintain structure while remaining responsive. The people who thrive here are organized, enjoy manufacturing, and can handle operational pace.

What people in this role value
RelationshipsHigh
Working ConditionsHigh
IndependenceHigh
RecognitionAbove avg
AchievementAbove avg
SupportModerate
O*NET Work Values survey
Role Profile
StrategyExecution
StructuredAdaptable
ManagingContributing
CollaborativeIndependent
Things that vary from job to job as a Manufacturing Operations Coordinator
Manufacturing typeCoordination scopeSystem sophisticationShift structureTeam size
Manufacturing coordination varies by production type. Discrete, process, and batch manufacturing have different needs. Coordination scope might focus on scheduling, materials, or broader support. System sophistication affects tools. Shift structures vary.
✦ 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 Manufacturing Operations Coordinators (SOC 11-1021.00), 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.
Related rolesExplore Operations β†’
Manufacturing Operations CoordinatorTraining CoordinatorSite Operations CoordinatorGolf And Operations CoordinatorOperations General Manager (operations Gm) Coordinator
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What it takes to advance
1
Manufacturing operations
Understanding production opens advancement
2
Systems expertise
ERP/MES proficiency increases value
3
Process knowledge
Understanding processes improves coordination
Lateral Moves
Production Planner β†’
If you want more planning focus
Materials Coordinator β†’
If you want materials focus
Questions you might ask when interviewing
What type of manufacturing is this?
What would I coordinate?
What systems are used?
What shift coverage is expected?
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.

$47K–$208K
Salary Range
10th – 90th percentile
3.6M
U.S. Employment
+4.4%
10yr Growth
309K
Annual Openings

How Manufacturing 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 ListeningSpeakingMonitoringReading ComprehensionCoordinationCritical ThinkingManagement of Personnel ResourcesSocial PerceptivenessPersuasionComplex Problem Solving
O*NET OnLine Β· Bureau of Labor Statistics
Mapped SOC Codes
11-1021.00

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Roles with similar work and overlapping career paths

midManufacturing Operations Manager$112KmidBusiness Manager$93KmidOffice Manager$85KmidStore Manager$75KmidDepartment Manager$75KmidDistrict Manager$103K
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Common questions about what it's like to be a Manufacturing Operations Coordinator

What does a Manufacturing Operations Coordinator do?

The production support organizer β€” coordinating manufacturing activities to keep the factory floor running.

How much does a Manufacturing Operations Coordinator make?

Median pay for a Manufacturing Operations Coordinator is about $103K nationally, with the field ranging roughly from $47K to $208K depending on experience, employer, and metro (BLS).

What skills does a Manufacturing Operations Coordinator need?

Core skills for this role include Active Listening, Speaking, Monitoring, Reading Comprehension, and Coordination.

What education do you need to be a Manufacturing Operations Coordinator?

Most people in this role hold a high school diploma.

Is a Manufacturing Operations Coordinator in demand?

Employment in this field is projected to grow about 4.4% through 2034, with roughly 3.6 million people working in it today (BLS).

What jobs are similar to a Manufacturing Operations Coordinator?

Closely related roles include Manufacturing Operations Manager, Business Manager, and Office Manager.

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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.