Hourly Upstream Manufacturing Associate Jobs in Renton, WA

Job Title: Delivery Coordinator
Job Description
The Delivery Coordinator oversees internal and external customer orders throughout the manufacturing process to ensure on-time delivery and high service levels. This role coordinates closely with plant operations, shipping, quality, and planning teams, proactively identifies delivery risks and process bottlenecks, and drives resolutions that improve efficiency and reduce costs. The Delivery Coordinator maintains accurate delivery schedules, communicates clear status updates to stakeholders, and may schedule production activities using site-specific tools while adhering to capacity and operational constraints.
Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct internal and external customer orders through the manufacturing process from receipt to completion.
• Respond to delivery-related and product-related inquiries, including direct communication with plant operations, shipping, and quality teams.
• Engage daily with the Delivery Assurance Manager to identify delivery risks, barriers, and overall delivery status.
• Proactively identify obstacles in the order and production flow, work actively to resolve impediments, and escalate issues when necessary.
• Maintain accurate delivery schedules (including tools such as horse blankets and line-of-balance) to ensure timely completion of orders.
• Communicate clear and timely order and delivery status updates to upstream customers using appropriate tools and systems.
• Work closely with site operations to maintain a stable workflow of orders, manage priorities, and support stock management, including stagnant work-in-progress, work order issues, and holds.
• Collaborate directly with Master Schedulers, Materials Managers, and Central Planning to ensure alignment on priorities and order flow.
• In sites where required, schedule production using site scheduling tools, setting clear schedules that respect capacity and specific site limitations.
• In sites with a Master Scheduler, work closely to ensure timely release and correct flow of production orders through the manufacturing process.
• Identify and direct the resolution of process flow route issues to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Participate in cross-functional delivery clinics to identify root causes of delivery issues and help prioritize corrective actions.
• Use ERP systems and Excel to track orders, production status, inventory, and shipping activities.
• Support order management, production control, inventory coordination, and shipping and receiving processes as needed.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through effective communication, responsiveness, and follow-through.
• Present information clearly and respond to questions in both one-on-one and group settings.
• Apply practical problem-solving and analytical skills to support decision-making and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of administrative experience in an office or manufacturing support environment (not call center).
• Experience in order management, production control, inventory coordination, or shipping and receiving.
• ERP system experience and strong Excel tracking skills.
• Proven understanding of process flows, lead-times, and lean principles in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of core Production Control functions and how they support manufacturing operations.
• Ability to interpret information furnished orally, in writing, and in diagram form.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to organize work, set priorities, maintain focus, and follow tasks through to completion.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain customer relationships.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Practical problem-solving and decision-making skills using analytical thinking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions in one-on-one and group environments.
• Technical aptitude and understanding of machinery and shop floor terminology.
• Ability to learn each product line's capabilities and limitations.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and occasionally lift and/or move 10-50 pounds.
• Comfort working in noise levels ranging from quiet to extremely loud and wearing required personal protective equipment on the manufacturing floor.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school equivalency preferred; candidates without this will be required to complete a pre-employment assessment.
• Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college in business, engineering, or materials management required, with a minimum of 4 years of customer service experience in aerospace manufacturing or a closely related industry; or a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 6 years of customer service experience in aerospace manufacturing or a closely related industry.
• Bachelor's degree and background in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing or similar highly regulated industries is advantageous.
• Experience with Microsoft Access is desired.
• Quality-focused communication skills with attention to clarity, accuracy, and professionalism.
• Interest in cross-functional learning and growth into scheduling, operations, production control, or commercial roles.
• Demonstrated ability to participate in cross-functional discussions and contribute to root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Work Environment
This is a full-time, onsite role based in a manufacturing facility. Typical schedules include shifts such as 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. or 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and candidates must be comfortable working either schedule as needed. The role is not purely desk-based; the Delivery Coordinator regularly works on the manufacturing floor alongside operations and production teams, engaging directly with shop floor activities and equipment. Noise levels vary from quiet office areas to extremely loud production environments. The position requires the use of personal protective equipment when on the manufacturing floor, including eye, ear, and foot protection, in accordance with safety policies. Work involves extended periods of sitting or standing and occasional lifting or moving of items weighing between 10 and 50 pounds. The culture encourages cross-functional collaboration, continuous learning, and career growth, with opportunities to move into scheduling, operations, production control, or commercial roles for high-performing team members.
We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k)/Roth
• Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D
• Short and long-term disability
• HSA & DCFSA
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Time off or State Sick Leave

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Auburn, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Auburn,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.
About Aston Carter
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
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