Subcontract Administrator

Major Tool & Machine; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company based in Indianapolis is seeking a full-time Subcontract Administrator. This role involves managing subcontract and procurement activities, ensuring quality and value from vendors. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and prior experience in procurement and manufacturing is preferred. Strong negotiation skills are crucial for this position. The work environment includes a shop floor with potential travel, emphasizing compliance with recognized standards.

Qualifications

• Procurement and manufacturing experience desired.
• Blueprint reading and understanding of GD&T preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support MTM quote and pricing activity for subcontracted operations.
• Generate purchase orders for subcontract/sublet services as needed.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery, and terms of sale with suppliers.

Skills

Procurement experience

Manufacturing experience

Ability to negotiate pricing and terms

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title

Subcontract Administrator

Position Summary

This position is primarily responsible for subcontract and related activities. This position also provides back-up for other Purchasing positions.

Reports To

Purchasing Manager

Accountabilities

Accountable for understanding and following all SOPs and WIs related to job duties while supporting 6S and Lean Manufacturing concepts. Ensure all subcontract services are procured with vendors capable of meeting quality requirements at the best value to Major Tool.

Authorities

Issue purchase orders on behalf of Major Tool within guidelines.

Duties

• Support MTM quote and pricing activity for subcontracted operations
• Generate purchase orders for subcontract/sublet services as needed
• Contact responsible Engineer to correct any noted router correction
• Interview suppliers and evaluate capabilities are compatible with requirements. Subcontract complete projects to vendors, as directed.
• Expedite orders to ensure on‑time delivery as determined by the Visual Mfg. schedule.
• Arrange transportation for product shipment as required, per guidelines.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery, and terms of sale with suppliers.
• Input all changes into purchasing system, as they occur.
• Recommend and process documentation to set up new vendors.
• Perform on‑site audits of suppliers as required.
• Source inspection of Major Tool manufactured products at vendor facility as required.
• Investigate and follow up on vendor related non‑conformances.
• Act as backup for Procurement Specialist and Purchasing Agent as required.
• Special projects as assigned.
• May verify invoices from suppliers with purchase orders and approve invoices for payment.

Job Qualification Requirements

Educational Experience – High school diploma or GED required. Blueprint reading and understanding of GD&T preferred.

Experience – Procurement and manufacturing experience desired.

Physical Demands

• stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to floor
• exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or
• exert 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or
• exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Certification Required

Must have a valid driver’s license

Visual Acuity

Accommodations as required for reading computer screens and documents.

Hearing Ability

Accommodations as required to communicate with internal and external customers.

Working Conditions

• Shop floor environment
• high noise levels from operating machines
• physical hazards from moving equipment and production components
• breathing fumes, dust and mist
• skin exposure to oils and cutting fluids.
• Welding flash

Some travel may be required as needed.

The employee may be required to follow other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

Attendance is an essential job function.

Employees will operate in compliance of all recognized standards that Major Tool adheres to (such as AS9100, ISO 9000), including all supporting policies and procedures.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Administrative, Purchasing, and Manufacturing

Industries

Manufacturing