Project Coordinator

Safariland, LLC; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and...

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Safariland, LLC seeks a Project Coordinator in Carlsbad, NM to oversee project coordination, procurement support, material control, logistics and equipment management for customer contracts. You will manage documentation, schedule deliveries, and serve as a primary contact for customer communications.

Responsibilities include MTE program control, PO quality reviews, inbound/outbound shipments, inventory control, and coordinating preventive maintenance with vendors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent education.
• Manufacturing experience.
• 2 years' experience with procurement, material control and receiving activities.
• 4 years' experience with running cranes and forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead project managements for the MgO Contract, including scheduling truck deliveries to the WIPP site, managing data packages, and coordinating customer communications.
• M&TE Coordinator, responsible for generating purchase requisitions for calibration, maintaining the M&TE database, and controlling all M&TE.
• Performing technical and quality reviews of all purchase orders before they are issued to vendors.
• Coordinating all inbound and outbound shipments.
• Receiving, identifying, and controlling all materials and parts for EPD.
• Issuing material and parts to the shop floor (via traveler).
• Serving as the Forklift and Crane Trainer for EPD.
• Coordinating all shop floor supplies.
• Working with vendors to coordinate preventive maintenance for the shop air compressor, forklifts, skid steer, man lifts, and other equipment.

Skills

Procurement

Material control

Receiving

Crane operation

Forklift operation

Project coordination

Logistics

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

MTE database

Job description

Job Title: Project Coordinator

[CANDIDATE]

Department/Group: Admin Support

Reports To: VP/GM of EPD

Location: Carlsbad, NM

Percent Travel Required: Up to 10%

Salary/Hourly: Salary

Position Type: Exempt

Position Summary

The Project & Materials Coordinator is a critical operational role responsible for overseeing project coordination, procurement support, material control, logistics, and equipment management activities. This position leads administrative and logistical support for customer contracts, including scheduling deliveries, managing documentation packages, and serving as a key point of contact for customer communications. The role also manages measurement and test equipment (M&TE) programs, performs quality and technical reviews of purchase orders, coordinates inbound and outbound shipments, maintains inventory control, and supports production activities through accurate material issuance and tracking. Additionally, the position serves as the designated forklift and crane trainer, coordinates facility and shop supplies, and works closely with vendors to ensure preventive maintenance of company equipment and assets. The ideal candidate brings experience in procurement, receiving, material control, and industrial equipment operations, with knowledge of customer contract requirements and compliance obligations preferred.

Job Description

Essential Job Functions

• Lead project managements for the MgO Contract, including scheduling truck deliveries to the WIPP site, managing data packages, and coordinating customer communications.
• M&TE Coordinator, responsible for generating purchase requisitions for calibration, maintaining the M&TE database, and controlling all M&TE.
• Performing technical and quality reviews of all purchase orders before they are issued to vendors.
• Coordinating all inbound and outbound shipments.
• Receiving, identifying, and controlling all materials and parts for EPD.
• Issuing material and parts to the shop floor (via traveler).
• Serving as the Forklift and Crane Trainer for EPD.
• Coordinating all shop floor supplies.
• Working with vendors to coordinate preventive maintenance for the shop air compressor, forklifts, skid steer, man lifts, and other equipment.
• All other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent education
• Manufacturing experience
• 2 years' experience with procurement, material control and receiving activities.
• 4 years' experience with running cranes and forklifts.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years' experience working with Customer contracts and understanding the compliance requirements.

Limitations and Disclaimers

Alpha Safety provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties request by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Why work at Safariland

At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business. We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families.

Eligible employees are offered

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer paid life insurance and AD&D
• Employer paid disability
• Wellness program
• Adoption assistance
• Tuition assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Work life balance
• Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)

The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling 888-469-6455.

All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.