Pre-Production Coordinator

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Located in Pico Rivera, CA

Salary: $25.00 per hour

Pre-Production Coordinator

$25.00 per hour

Monday - Friday / 8:00am- 5:00PM

Must be available for OT on some Saturdays

A leading creative packaging and retail display company is seeking a Pre-Production Coordinator responsible for reviewing production requirements, preparing accurate job information, and coordinating the tooling and materials needed to successfully fulfill customer orders. This role serves as a key connection between vendors, production, customer service, project management, design, and sales teams to ensure jobs are properly prepared and released for manufacturing. You are applying for this long-term opportunity through Express Employment Professionals, an award-winning staffing firm.

Pre-Production Coordinator Responsibilities

• Review job specifications, drawings, and job cards to verify production requirements, sheet sizes, trim details, layouts, and tooling information.
• Identify discrepancies and ensure accurate production documentation prior to releasing jobs to manufacturing.
• Coordinate tooling requirements, including obtaining quotes, issuing purchase orders, and managing outside vendors for cutting dies, print plates, and related materials.
• Inspect incoming tooling and labels to verify accuracy and compliance with job requirements.
• Maintain Job Approval Reports, production documentation, digital print layouts, and tooling records.
• Import print card layouts into Amtech and prepare information required for production processing.
• Coordinate approvals between Design, Production, Customer Service, Project Managers, and Sales teams.
• Perform press checks and support production teams with technical information and job requirements.
• Track print dies and tooling inventory in coordination with Production and Print Die Room teams.
• Participate in production meetings, BOM reviews, and new item meetings to support successful job execution.
• Communicate with vendors and internal teams regarding material availability, tooling needs, and production requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Pre-Production Coordinator Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; some college coursework preferred.
• 2–3 years of experience in corrugated, packaging, printing, or a related manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate with customers, vendors, and internal teams.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet changing deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to review technical information and identify discrepancies.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Strong computer skills and ability to learn production systems and software applications.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work extended hours as needed.

Express Employment Professionals

1433 N. Montebello Blvd.

Montebello, CA 90640

(323) 593-4100

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