Summary
Burke Porter, an Ascential Technologies brand, is seeking a Project Coordinator to support its Program Management team. The role assists Program and Project Managers with project planning, documentation, scheduling, customer coordination, ERP reporting, meeting logistics, and process improvement.
Responsibilities
- Support Program and Project Managers throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring accurate tracking of actions, risks, and deliverables
- Facilitate and monitor incoming customer requests, concerns, and priorities; ensure timely routing and follow‑up
- Act as a customer‑facing coordinator for routine updates, meeting scheduling, and communication needs
- Prepare project documentation including meeting minutes, status reports, and communication summaries
- Assist in updating project schedules and tracking project milestones, deadlines, and risks; proactively identify gaps or delays
- Participate in weekly project status meetings and assist in preparing agendas and materials
- Maintain organized project files, notes, data, and documentation archives
- Assist with additional project management responsibilities as requested by Program and Project Managers
- Assist in preparing materials and logistics for on‑site customer meetings
- Assist in preparing presentation materials for internal and external project reviews (ex: PMR, QBR)
- Support project set up and report extraction from ERP system
- Contribute to PMO success by identifying improvement opportunities, recognizing patterns, and sharing ideas for improvement
- Contribute positively to a collaborative and supportive working environment
- Perform all tasks in alignment with company quality and safety standards
- Participate actively in training, team communication, and departmental initiatives
- Demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and accountability
- Anticipate challenges and work proactively to resolve them
- Maintain a resilient, optimistic approach to change and problem-solving
- Work independently when needed while uplifting and motivating others
- Remain organized, data-driven, and committed to meeting deadlines with a positive attitude
Skills
- Associate degree or at least 4 years of relevant experience
- Strong proficiency with Windows OS and Microsoft Office tools
- Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on commitments
- Previous experience in project management functions
- Previous experience in medical device or life sciences - manufacturing or product design
- Previous experience with project planning (Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, etc.)
Qualifications
Must Haves
- Associate degree or at least 4 years of relevant experience
- Strong proficiency with Windows OS and Microsoft Office tools
- Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on commitments
Nice to Haves
- Previous experience in project management functions
- Previous experience in medical device or life sciences - manufacturing or product design
- Previous experience with project planning (Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, etc.)
Benefits
- This position can be remote, hybrid or on-site in San Diego CA or HamLake MN