At Trident Maritime Systems - Heavy Equipment Group, there are no limits- only opportunities! We don't just build systems, we build careers. As a leader in the marine and defense industry, we're looking for innovative, forward-thinking professionals who are ready to take on complex challenges and deliver real-world solutions.
We are seeking a Subcontracting Coordinator to work on-site at our Kingsford, MI or Rhinelander, WI location.
The Subcontracting Coordinator will be responsible for managing and optimizing the company's external manufacturing capacity. This position identifies opportunities to outsource work, develops and maintains qualified subcontractor resources, coordinates the movement of work to and from suppliers, and ensures outsourced work is completed on time, at the required quality, and at competitive cost. The Subcontract Coordinator works closely with Production, Planning, Engineering, and Quality, to proactively address capacity constraints and prevent production schedule disruptions.
MAJOR DUTIES:
- Manage and oversee subcontracting activities for outsourced manufacturing, machining, fabrication, finishing, assembly, and other external services.
- Identify outsourcing opportunities based on internal capacity constraints, production schedules, workload, equipment availability, lead times, and customer requirements.
- Develop and maintain an outsourcing pipeline to ensure work is identified early enough to prevent production delays and schedule impacts.
- Coordinate with Production, Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Purchasing to determine which jobs and processes should be outsourced and establish priorities.
- Evaluate supplier capacity and capabilities to ensure subcontractors can support current and future production requirements.
- Solicit, negotiate, and evaluate supplier quotes, including pricing, lead time, capacity, capabilities, quality requirements, and delivery commitments.
- Select and manage subcontractors based on cost, quality, delivery performance, capacity, technical capability, and overall supplier performance.
- Issue and manage purchase orders/subcontracts for outsourced work and ensure requirements, specifications, drawings, quality requirements, and delivery dates are clearly communicated.
- Monitor outsourced work from order placement through completion, maintaining visibility of material readiness, supplier status, scheduled completion dates, and expected return dates.
- Develop recovery plans for late or at-risk outsourced work and proactively communicate schedule risks to internal stakeholders.
- Travel to meet vendors is required
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
- 5 years' experience in a purchasing/materials department within a manufacturing organization.
- Experienced in purchasing high value components.
- Experienced in Microsoft Office software.
Physical Requirements
- Position requires extended periods of sitting and computer use.
Why You'll Love Working Here
We believe in investing in our employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, work-life balance, and career growth.
Our Benefits Include
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective within 30 days of your start date)
- 100% employer-paid employee-only medical premiums on our HSA medical plan
- 100% employer-funded HSA contributions to help cover eligible medical expenses
- Pre-tax savings plans, including Medical Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose FSA options
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- 100% company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday of your choice
- 401(k) with a 50% company match on employee contributions up to 6%
- Pet insurance to help care for your furry family members
- Critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
- Identity theft protection available at a discounted rate
- Tuition reimbursement to support your continued education
- Company-sponsored events throughout the year
- Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities
More Than a Job-A Career
We're committed to helping you build a rewarding career while providing the benefits and support you need to succeed both at work and at home.
With us, your skills, performance, and dedication help determine your earning potential.
Join our winning team and manufacture your success-one skill at a time!
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Trident Maritime Systems-Heavy Equipment Group
life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
Sep 14, 2026