Production Coordinator

Job overview

The Production Coordinator role sits within the Production / Operations function in Valsad and reports to the Operations Head. This position is focused on planning, organizing, and tracking the full printing and packaging production flow so work is completed on schedule, stays within budget, and meets the expected quality level. The role also serves as a key point of coordination between clients, design, production, and quality teams.

What you will do

• Plan and coordinate the day-to-day production schedule based on customer requirements and delivery commitments.
• Work closely with sales, design, and procurement to make sure materials and other inputs are available when needed.
• Follow production progress, spot delays or process issues, and raise concerns quickly so they can be resolved on time.
• Keep job cards, work orders, and production documentation accurate and up to date.
• Ensure quality checks and standards are maintained throughout printing and packaging stages.
• Monitor waste, machine downtime, and operational inefficiencies, and share suggestions to improve performance.
• Coordinate with vendors for outsourced printing and finishing activities.
• Regularly check in with supervisors and machine operators to keep timelines aligned.
• Support the Operations Head with capacity planning and allocation of resources.
• Prepare and share daily and weekly production reports with management.

Skills and qualifications

The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of printing and packaging operations, including offset, flexo, digital printing, lamination, and die-cutting. Strong planning, communication, and coordination skills are essential, along with a detail-oriented and solution-focused approach. Working knowledge of MS Office and ERP or production management tools is preferred.

Requirements

• Graduate or diploma holder in Printing Technology, Packaging, or a similar discipline.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in production coordination within the printing and packaging industry.
• Practical knowledge of raw materials, inks, polymers, substrates, and finishing operations.

Career path

This role offers a clear growth route from Production Coordinator to Senior Production Coordinator and then to Production Manager.