Desks are stacked with reports and computer printouts. One or more personal computers may be in use. Telephones are usually busy. Coordinators are in continuous communication with shop supervisors. They spend much time moving around the plant and may be required to wear protective clothing and glasses in some areas.
Coordinators also attend meetings with design staff and management.
Coordinators must be flexible in their thinking, prepared to deal with and able to perform under pressure. Sometimes they are required to make immediate decisions and must be willing to negotiate agreements with other department heads. The following information is from the California Projections of Employment published by the Labor Market Information Division. The figures represent the broad occupational group Production, Planning, Expediting Clerks which includes Production and Material Coordinators. The number of coordinators is difficult to determine because industry uses such a wide variety of job titles and descriptions.