Line Coordinator - Machining

The Working Manufacturing Coordinator – Machining reports to the Production Manager and is responsible for leading the day‑to‑day operations of the machine area while actively performing production work . This role serves as the primary point of contact on the shop floor, ensuring machines are running safely, production targets are met, and operators are supported through direct leadership and hands‑on involvement. The Working Coordinator splits time between operating and supporting machines and coordinating daily activities , providing real‑time problem solving, mentorship, and direction to Screw Machine Operators. This is an hourly non-exempt role, Pay Rate Range from $29 to $36 depending on level of experience. Key Responsibilities Production & Hands‑On Work Operate screw machines and related equipment as needed to support production requirements Assist with setups, changeovers, troubleshooting, and minor machine adjustments Monitor machine performance, part quality, and cycle times during production runs Step in to cover absenteeism, training, or throughput gaps as required Daily Leadership & Coordination Act as the day‑to‑day leader for the machine area, directing work and setting daily priorities Assign jobs and balance workloads based on staffing, machine availability, and schedule requirements Serve as the first point of escalation for production, quality, safety, and personnel issues Communicate production status, constraints, and needs to the Production Manager Safety & Quality Promote and enforce safe work practices and compliance with OSHA and company safety standards Conduct informal safety checks and address unsafe behaviors or conditions immediately Ensure parts produced meet quality standards and specifications Support containment and corrective actions for quality issues in collaboration with Quality and Engineering teams Operator Support & Development Provide on‑the‑job coaching and training to Screw Machine Operators Support onboarding and cross‑training of new and existing operators Reinforce standard work, quality expectations, and productivity goals Escalate performance, attendance, or conduct issues to the Production Manager as needed Maintain a positive, respectful, and accountable work environment Lean & Continuous Improvement Support implementation and sustainment of 5S, Standard Work, and Lean practices in the machine area Identify and suggest opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction Participate in Continuous Improvement activities, Kaizen events, and daily management routines Help maintain visual management boards and support shift‑level communication Administrative Support Assist with timekeeping, shift coverage, and attendance tracking Participate in daily shift handoffs and communication between shifts Provide input to the Production Manager on staffing, training needs, and capacity constraints Qualifications & Experience Required Minimum 5 years of experience operating screw machines or similar machining equipment Prior experience in a lead, trainer, or informal supervisory role Strong hands‑on mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills Working knowledge of: Machine safety requirements Quality inspection basics Lean manufacturing and 5S concepts Ability to lead peers while remaining actively involved in production Strong communication skills and shop‑floor presence Preferred Experience in a screw machine or precision machining environment Prior experience supporting setups and changeovers Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality systems Basic computer skills (timekeeping, reports, or shop‑floor systems) Experience participating in continuous improvement initiatives Key Success Factors Leads by example through hands‑on involvement and professionalism Strong sense of ownership for daily production results Ability to balance production responsibilities with people leadership Calm, solution‑focused approach to shop‑floor challenges Trusted resource for operators, maintenance, and leadership Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA) Paid Time Off and Holidays 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Paid Leaves Tuition Assistance About Regal Rexnord Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools. The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture. Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, a