Field Deployment Logistics Coordinator

Where: Sterling Heights, MI
When: Day shift contract, standard 6:00 a.m. start
Pay: About $27.00/hour

Is this you?

• Do you thrive on turning complex installation plans into clear, organized actions?
• Can you synchronize people, paperwork, and travel so field work runs without a hitch?
• Are you comfortable approving time/expenses, leading briefings, and jumping in on urgent issues—even after hours on rotation?

What you’ll own

• End‑to‑end coordination of assigned installation projects—from assignment to field completion—with potential reassignment at your supervisor’s or manager’s discretion.
• Creation of the approved folder structure in the current installation directory; precise filing and naming of all records.
• Project kickoffs: attend, capture, scan, and file all documents; provide a full packet to the assigned site leader.
• Site readiness: send the site data sheet to the project manager; file the returned requirements and contact details.
• Manufacturing kickoff participation and distribution of materials to the site leader.
• Installation planning: partner with the project manager and site leader to define work scope, manpower, and schedule.
• Work packages: process and file submissions; build and maintain a contact list aligned to the work plan/schedule.
• Staffing deployment: coordinate Manufacturing (Mechanical, Electrical, Pipe), Applications (PLC Programmers, Robot Programmers, Weld Engineers), and Quality (Inspection and Safety) resources for field installs and integrations.
• Travel administration: create/submit travel requests; process, submit, and issue travel advances per current procedure; handle travel changes promptly.
• International support: prepare border letters, copies of POS, and visas.
• Line‑ups: provide hard copy and digital packets for each team member (installation work package; timesheet/expense and service report package; travel allowance and mileage chart; site information; directions; itineraries; safety documents; drug screen; proper PPE; and any other required items).
• Site tracking: update duration charts, contact lists, and travel details with site leaders.
• Systems and approvals: process and approve employee and contingent worker time in the STEP system and approve related expenses.
• Team cadence: set up/attend meetings to cover manpower, open issues, travel needs, work plan reviews, and line‑ups.
• Quality gates: attend or conduct kit buy‑off reviews.
• Site enablement: assist/supervise setup of gang boxes, tool trailers, and office trailers.
• Procurement actions: issue service releases for office trailer rentals, golf carts, equipment repairs, equipment rentals, and other site materials/services.
• Field presence: travel to sites to assist site leaders with machine shop trailers, office trailers, and other on‑site needs.
• Continuous improvement: help the installation supervisor/manager update or modify departmental procedures and forms.
• Financial hygiene: process all time and expense adjustments for assigned projects.
• Reliability: serve in the 24‑hour emergency on‑call rotation (weekly rotation).

Required background

• Associate’s degree from a two‑year college or university.
• Ability to supervise 5–10 employees while adhering to company policies and applicable laws, including training, work assignment, and issue resolution as a site leader in the field.

Compensation and terms

This is a contract, day‑shift role starting at 6:00 a.m., paid approximately $27.00/hour.

Compliance

A successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.

Before you apply

Submitting accurate, complete information is required. Knowingly providing false or fraudulent information may lead to an offer being denied or revoked, or corrective action up to and including termination after work commences.