--- title: 'Project Coordinator at Axis Automation' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/project-coordinator-axis-automation-walker-michigan-s8stwhm7tn3q' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-11' --- # Project Coordinator at Axis Automation - **Company:** Axis Automation - **Location:** Walker Michigan, United States - **Posted:** 2026-07-20 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/axiscompany/jobs/8641580002 ## Job description Project Coordinator Axis Automation is looking for a career-oriented Project Coordinator to join a dynamic, tight-knit team creating custom factory automation equipment. We're a company with big ambitions - plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement! Axis leverages the teamwork of our leading engineers and machine builders to conceptualize, design, integrate, deploy and service factory automation systems for forward-thinking manufacturing customers. Our team has decades of automation experience, spanning hundreds of projects and thousands of automation configurations. Job Title:  Project Coordinator Position Description: The Project Coordinator role is responsible for supporting Project Managers in execution of automation projects from award kickoff through closure, with significant responsibilities including customer support, project communications, KPI tracking to monitor performance relative to schedule, cost objectives and scope tracking, and assisting with administrative tasks. Duties include: - Supporting Project Managers to follow open equipment projects from customer order through completion - Coordinating critical dates of customer visits, customer part receipt tracking, project team travel, etc. - Administrative aspects of projects including job closing, milestone payment tracking and invoice preparation - Assist preparation of project communication materials, gathering data, generating reports, etc. - Assist with properly maintaining information in project folders - Working with project managers / department leads and assisting in the tracking of projects - Verifying accuracy of costs charged to projects - Coordinate with designers/suppliers/purchasing on items such as purchased components, critical long-lead components for accurate delivery dates - Verifying Axis & customer audits / check sheets have been completed at project milestone dates - Preparation and communication of internal / external project status meetings and escalation of critical issues. - Real-time communication with Axis departments on project developments - Assist in other projects and departments as needed, including process / costing and design - Complete “lessons learned” evaluations to help improve on future projects - Travel to new / kit installations to lead overall project execution requirements / customer satisfaction and support all proposal activities with technical and commercial content - Manage service orders received by various customers - Champion Our Operating Principles: You will be expected to actively embody and uphold our ten Operating Principles, which guide us in every action and decision at Axis Automation. These principles are key to our culture and success. Position Requirements: - 1-3 years’ experience in engineering / automation a plus. - Willingness to travel up to 25-50%, including on weekends with advanced notice. - Background in administrative support. - Experience using project management tools (Microsoft Project, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Excel) - Effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills internally and externally. - Knowledge of project management best practices. - Financial and analytical proficiency. - Familiarity with automation project life cycles. - Ability to stay highly organized and balance multiple tasks simultaneously. - Ability to problem solve, be adaptable, and be flexible. - Attention to detail. - Willingness to travel. - Risk management and proactive mitigation planning. - Documentation and reporting skills. Salary: $70,000-$85,000 based on experience Benefits: Axis offers a comprehensive benefits package with no waiting period. ## About Axis Automation ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Axis Automation engineers and builds advanced factory automation solutions, including robotics integration, project management, and service support, for manufacturers across multiple industries. - **Entity Type**: Private (Funding not publicly disclosed) - **Headquarters**: Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States - **Founded**: 2016 - **Founders**: Boyd Vor Broker (Founder & President) ## Core Business - **Primary industries**: Automation machinery manufacturing, factory automation, robotics integration - **Markets served**: Automotive, Packaging, Semiconductor, Aerospace, Food & Beverage, Transportation, Health & Medical, Consumer - **Target customers**: Manufacturers (B2B, primarily mid-market to enterprise) - **Mission/purpose**: “To be the leading automation solutions provider for the manufacturing community” – supporting the adoption of automation solutions that empower people and enhance productivity ## Products & Services - **Factory Automation Solutions**: Full lifecycle services including conceptualization, design, engineering, robotics integration, machine build, welding, and deployment – not a packaged SaaS product but a custom engineering and integration service. - **Project Management & Support**: Dedicated project management, service, and after-deployment support to ensure long-term reliability. - **Skilled Trades & Co-op Programs**: Internships and co-op positions (partnered with Grand Valley State University) in mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed - **Key Metric**: Headcount ~51 employees (as of 2025/2026; slight YoY decline of 1.3%). Revenue is not publicly disclosed. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: No external investors identified. Partnered with Grand Valley State University for talent pipeline. - **Growth Signals**: Monthly headcount growth of +1.4% (LinkedIn estimate); LinkedIn follower growth of +17.1% yearly. Active job postings (10 open positions). However, yearly headcount declined slightly (-1.3%) and job postings decreased 37.5% YoY. ## Competitive Advantages - Extensive cross-industry experience (automotive, semiconductor, aerospace, etc.) - Collaborative culture with deep in-house expertise in robotics integration and project management - Strong local talent partnerships (e.g., Grand Valley State University co-op program) and a reputation for promoting from within - Full-service offering from concept through deployment and support, reducing handoff friction for customers ## Strategic Focus - Continued expansion of automation solutions for evolving manufacturing needs - Emphasis on teamwork and employee development to retain expertise and drive quality - Supporting adoption of automation to “empower people and enhance productivity” – likely investing in new technologies (e.g., advanced robotics, Industry 4.0 integration) ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Described as “powerhouse team with exceptional project execution” and a “collaborative culture”; employee reviews on LinkedIn rate culture 5.0/5.0 and career opportunities 4.4/5.0. - **Benefits**: Comprehensive benefits package with immediate eligibility upon hire. - **Career Development**: Strong promotion-from-within philosophy; co-op/internship pipeline to full-time roles. - **Work Environment**: Offices in Grand Rapids, MI; no explicit remote/hybrid policy mentioned, likely on-site given the hands-on nature of automation engineering. - **Team**: Small but tight-knit (51 employees) with experienced leadership across engineering, project management, and applications. ## Sources 1. [Axis Automation Official Website](https://www.axisco.com/) 2. [Axis Automation Careers Page](https://www.axisco.com/careers) 3. [Axis Automation LinkedIn Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/axiscoautomation) 4. [Axis Automation About Us](https://www.axisco.com/about-us) 5. 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