What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outsourcing Coodinator position at PEM USA (Plastics Extrusion Machinery)?
**Outsourcing Coordinator
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**Position Summary
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The Outsourcing Coordinator is responsible for coordinating outsourced vendor work and performing quality inspections on incoming vendor-supplied materials. This role ensures outsourced parts and services meet company quality standards, are completed on schedule, and align with production and project timelines. The Outsourcing Coordinator serves as a key link between vendors and internal teams, tracking progress, deadlines, and quality compliance.
**Key Responsibilities
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Perform incoming quality inspections on vendor-supplied materials, components, and outsourced work to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
Document inspection results and determine what is out of spec or incorrect materials. Coordinate corrective actions with vendors and inform team as needed.
Schedule and coordinate outsourced manufacturing and service work with approved vendors.
Communicate requirements, deadlines, and expectations clearly to vendors.
Track vendor progress, lead times, and delivery schedules; proactively follow up on delays or issues.
Maintain detailed records of outsourced jobs, inspection results, and vendor performance.
Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, and Production teams to resolve quality or schedule issues.
Support vendor selection, onboarding, and assist in any performance evaluations based on requests from SCM.
Assist with continuous improvement efforts related to outsourcing processes and incoming quality control.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and quality management systems.
Communicate with preferred vendors to compile RFQ on parts or assemblies.
Collaborate with purchasing department to have tasks completed within designated timeframe.
Consolidate parts to prepare shipments to vendors by means of pallet or crate.
Travel to vendor to make clarifications, inspect, and deliver parts.
Other duties as assigned.
Compliance with all safety rules and regulations.
**Required Qualifications
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Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.
2 years of experience in quality inspection, manufacturing coordination, or supply chain support preferred.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications.
Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ERP/MRP system experience preferred.
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and inspection methods.
Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a positive team attitude.
Consistently adhere to assigned work schedule, ensuring punctuality and reliability.
All offers are contingent upon passing a drug screen.
**Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with incoming inspection or supplier quality.
Familiarity with inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.
Knowledge of ISO 9001 or other quality management systems helpful.
Experience coordinating outsourced or contract manufacturing work preferred.
**Competency
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Quality-focused mindset
Vendor coordination and follow-up
Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Problem-solving and root cause thinking
Ability to manage multiple vendors and deadlines
Cross-functional collaboration
**Working Conditions
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Combination of office and shop-floor environment.
Occasional visits to vendor facilities may be required.
Overtime may be required during peak workload periods.
**Physical Requirements
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Ability to stand for extended periods during inspections.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as required.
Salary : $1 - $2