Field Project Activity Coordinator

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAbout Company:JC Automation Corp. (JCA) was founded in 1997 with the mission of filling a gap between technology and regulatory requirements in the life science manufacturing industry. The company offers highly capable resources at an affordable cost to build solutions and execute projects in: Automation, Control Systems Integration, Information Technology, System Integration and Regulatory Compliance.JCA is a HUBZone Certified Small Business Firm, NMSDC Certified Minority Business Enterprise, and Certified Critical Industry Supplier. It’s mission is to add value by delivering quality services & solutions on time all the time by transforming processes & technology into business advantages.ABOUT THE ROLEWe are looking for an experienced and organized Field Project Activity Coordinator to lead the daily coordination of equipment installation activities on the manufacturing floor of a pharmaceutical facility.

In this role, you will be the operational bridge between project managers and the field — ensuring that contractors, vendors, and tradespeople execute their work safely, efficiently, and in strict alignment with cGMP requirements.This is a hands-on, floor-level role that demands strong situational awareness, discipline in permit and safety management, and the ability to keep multiple workstreams moving simultaneously. You will be responsible for real-time progress tracking, materials logistics, and direct oversight of all field execution activities.RESPONSIBILITIESField Operations Oversight: Direct and coordinate daily installation and execution activities on the manufacturing floor for solid dosage equipment (e.g., coaters, blenders, granulators).Contractor Management: Supervise external vendors, mechanical contractors, and tradespeople, ensuring their tasks are executed efficiently and in strict alignment with the daily project schedule.Permit & Safety Logistics: Manage daily field logistics, including securing and maintaining necessary work permits (e.g., LOTO, hot work) and ensuring absolute adherence to plant safety protocols.cGMP Environment Compliance: Monitor work areas to guarantee that all field activities comply with cGMP guidelines, maintaining required cleanliness and operational standards for solid dose manufacturing zones.Materials & Staging: Coordinate the prompt delivery, staging, and safe storage of materials, tools, and equipment components on the floor to prevent any downtime during the installation process.Progress Tracking & Reporting: Maintain accurate daily logs of field progress, proactively resolving on-site roadblocks and escalating critical constraints to the Project Management team.Cross-Functional Communication: Act as the direct operational bridge between the engineering project managers and the executing field personnel, ensuring instructions are clearly understood and implemented.REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONSRequiredBachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field; or equivalent hands-on experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.Minimum 3 years of experience coordinating field construction, equipment installation, or maintenance activities in a pharmaceutical or regulated facility.Direct experience managing contractors and subcontractors in a field environment.Strong working knowledge of permit systems (LOTO, hot work, confined space) and plant safety requirements.Familiarity with cGMP guidelines applicable to solid dosage or pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.Bilingual in English and Spanish (oral and written).PreferredExperience working with solid dosage manufacturing equipment such as tablet coaters, blenders, or granulators.Exposure to commissioning and qualification (C&Q) activities during equipment installation or startup.OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification (General Industry or Construction).Experience using Smartsheet, MS Project, or similar tools for daily progress tracking.SKILLSTechnical SkillsField construction and equipment installation coordinationContractor and vendor oversight in regulated environmentsWork permit management — LOTO, hot work, confined spacecGMP compliance monitoring on the manufacturing floorMaterials staging and logistics coordinationDaily progress logging and issue escalationEngineering drawings and installation documentationMicrosoft Office 365 — Excel, Word, TeamsSoft SkillsStrong situational awareness and real-time decision makingDirect, clear communication with contractors, vendors, and project managersDiscipline in safety compliance and permit adherenceHighly organized with ability to manage multiple parallel workstreamsProactive in identifying and escalating field risksReliable, accountable, and effective under schedule pressure