Operations Coordinator

East Lansing, Michigan, United States Facility For Rare Isotope Beams 10049299 Area of Interest: Administrative/Business/Professional Area of Interest: Operations Services Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (90-100%) Group: Administrative Professionals- AP Union/Non-Union: Union Support Staff Opening on: Sep 30 2026 Closing at: Oct 13 2026 - 23:55 EDT 10 Salary Commensurate with Experience Facility For Rare Isotope Beams 1171836 Position Summary Michigan State University (MSU) operates the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) as a user facility for the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science (DOE-SC), supporting the mission of the DOE-SC Office of Nuclear Physics. FRIB provides researchers with one of the most advanced tools of modern science to study rare isotopes, or short-lived nuclei not normally found on Earth. Hosting what is designed to be the most powerful heavy-ion accelerator, FRIB enables scientists to make discoveries about the properties of rare isotopes, nuclear astrophysics, fundamental interactions, and applications for society, including in medicine, homeland security, and industry. User facility operation is supported by the DOE-SC Office of Nuclear Physics as one of 28 DOE-SC user facilities. MSU’s nuclear physics graduate program is a top-ranked program nationally, according to U.S. News & World Report . This position affords an exciting opportunity to become part of the world-class FRIB Laboratory that enables unique discovery opportunities in nuclear science. Purpose: The Machine Shop Scheduling and Materials Coordinator will be responsible for assessing and implementing the work order schedule to ensure the project scope is delivered on schedule and within budget, with exemplary quality and safety. The Machine Shop Scheduling and Materials Coordinator will also support fabrication process, assemble, and maintain precise, complex parts, components, and technical equipment. Major Duties/Responsibilities: Production Planning, Scheduling, and Performance Monitoring Plans and coordinates work requests and supports work orders through MRP systems; supports labor, and resource requirements; and monitors, analyzes, and reports on schedule performance to ensure alignment with project timelines. Technical Fabrication, Assembly, and Process Guidance Provides guidance on design feasibility, material selection, specifications, and fabrication/assembly sequencing; fabricated details, assembles, and maintains complex components and technical equipment to precise standards based on blueprints and instructions. Materials Coordination and Resource Management Coordinates with procurement to secure raw materials and required resources; tracks and maintains inventory locations; and ensures proper material control and traceability throughout the production process. Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Skill in planning, prioritizing, and coordinating multiple work orders to meet production deadlines. Knowledge of production planning and scheduling methodologies, including MRP/ERP systems and workflow coordination. Understanding of estimated labor, time, and resource requirements for production activities. Skill in managing inventory systems and coordinating materials and resources effectively. Ability to monitor and evaluate production schedules for material needs in a dynamic environment. Ability to collaborate across functional areas (engineering, procurement, operations) to support project goals. Knowledge of materials management principles, including inventory control, traceability, and procurement processes. Knowledge of quality assurance standards and performance monitoring metrics in a manufacturing or technical environment. Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively and credibly, both verbally and in writing, with all audiences. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites Know…

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