Production Coordinator

Koala is recruiting a Production Coordinator for its site in Alexandria, Inner West. This full-time position focuses on streamlining manufacturing coordination so high-quality furniture reaches customers efficiently.

The Opportunity

The full-time Production Coordinator opening at Koala in Alexandria, Inner West lets you anchor daily production activities for a global furniture brand known for Australian design and practical innovation. You will work onsite to keep timelines realistic, suppliers aligned, and products moving smoothly from concept to delivery while supporting the company’s aim of greater home comfort worldwide. Candidates searching for Production Coordinator jobs in Alexandria, Inner West or exploring Koala careers will find a role that combines operational ownership with collaborative problem-solving in a purpose-driven setting.

What You'll Do

• Build and update production schedules that match demand forecasts, material availability and factory capacity
• Place orders, track progress and maintain clear communication with manufacturing partners and material suppliers
• Monitor material stock levels and finished goods, flagging shortages or surplus early
• Check completed batches against quality standards and escalate deviations for rapid resolution
• Prepare routine status reports, cost summaries and documentation for internal stakeholders
• Coordinate closely with design, logistics and warehouse colleagues to clear bottlenecks and keep launches on track
• Support continuous improvement by identifying process gaps and testing practical fixes

What We're Looking For

• Strong organisational habits and the ability to juggle multiple timelines without losing accuracy
• Clear written and spoken communication suited to supplier negotiations and cross-team updates
• Hands-on experience coordinating production, supply chain or manufacturing workflows
• A sharp eye for detail paired with practical problem-solving under time pressure
• Comfort using common scheduling, inventory and spreadsheet tools
• A proactive, calm approach that thrives in a fast-moving operational environment

About Koala

Koala is an international furniture company that shares Australian design ideas and inventive thinking with markets worldwide. It develops progressive pieces that address everyday household needs, guided by a central purpose of making living spaces more comfortable. The organisation takes a distinctive path in product creation, workplace culture and brand expression.

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