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Special Process Coordinator
Job Location:
Job Location:
Freeport, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
m 9000 - 22000
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
29 September 2026 (19 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
SPECIAL PROCESS COORDINATOR
Keep Production Moving. Build Supplier Relationships. Make an Impact.
Do you enjoy solving problems building strong supplier relationships and keeping manufacturing orders on track
Oberg Industries is looking for a Special Process Coordinator to become a key link between our manufacturing operations suppliers purchasing quality and production planning this role youll coordinate critical outside processing and special processes that are essential to producing high-precision components for demanding industries such as aerospace defense medical automotive and other advanced manufacturing markets. Were looking for someone who is organized proactive technically curious and comfortable communicating with suppliers and internal teams. If you have experience with ERP systems purchasing supply chain supplier management production coordination or manufacturing this could be an excellent opportunity to grow your career.
YOUR DAY-TO-DAY IMPACT:
Build & Manage Supplier Relationships
Coordinate the Manufacturing Supply Chain
Manage ERP Purchasing & Documentation
Support Supplier Quality & Performance
SPECIAL PROCESS EXPERTISE:
You dont need to know everything on day onebut you should be comfortable learning and working with technical manufacturing processes. Youll work with suppliers and internal technical teams to ensure processing requirements are clearly understood and completed to specification.
The Special Process Coordinator will develop and maintain knowledge of processes such as:
WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT:
You may be a strong candidate if youve worked as a: Supply Chain Coordinator Purchasing Coordinator Buyer Buyer/Planner Supplier Coordinator Procurement Specialist Production Planner Materials Coordinator Subcontract Coordinator Supplier Quality Coordinator Manufacturing Coordinator Purchasing Specialist Expeditor Outside Processing Coordinator
Were especially interested in candidates who have:
EVEN BETTER IF YOU HAVE:
WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:
At Oberg outside processing is more than simply sending parts to a supplier. Youre helping keep the entire manufacturing process moving. When a supplier misses a deadline quality issue arises or production priority changes youll be the person connecting the dots and working with suppliers and internal teams to find solutions and keep customer commitments on track. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys ownership communication problem-solving supplier relationships and manufacturing and wants to become a critical part of Obergs supply chain.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This is an on-site position at Oberg Industries. The role is primarily office-based but regularly requires movement throughout the manufacturing facility and occasional local travel to supplier locations.Employees must be able to safely enter manufacturing environments and wear required PPE including safety glasses hearing protection and safety shoes.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Oberg Industries Benefit Highlights:
About Oberg Industries:
Oberg Industries LLC is a local family-owned contract manufacturer and supply chain integrator providing tooling/metal stamping and precision machining services to many well-known companies around the passion is for precision manufacturing and our breadth of expertise enables us to provide cost-effective manufacturing solutions for the most demanding and complex production challenges for our customers. Our highly trained workforce plays a pivotal role in our ability to produce high-quality parts. At Oberg Industries you will join a team of amazing people who treat each other like family while working with products that are improving and saving peoples lives each and every day. Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting .
At Oberg Industries LLC we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender national origin genetics pregnancy disability age veteran status or other protected characteristics. No question on this application form is intended to solicit information about an applicants protected characteristics if addition the Americans with Disabilities Act requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental disabilities of applicants.
Keep Production Moving. Build Supplier Relationships. Make an Impact.
Do you enjoy solving problems building strong supplier relationships and keeping manufacturing orders on track
Oberg Industries is looking for a Special Process Coordinator to become a key link between our manufacturing operations suppliers purchasing quality and production planning this role youll coordinate critical outside processing and special processes that are essential to producing high-precision components for demanding industries such as aerospace defense medical automotive and other advanced manufacturing markets. Were looking for someone who is organized proactive technically curious and comfortable communicating with suppliers and internal teams. If you have experience with ERP systems purchasing supply chain supplier management production coordination or manufacturing this could be an excellent opportunity to grow your career.
YOUR DAY-TO-DAY IMPACT:
Build & Manage Supplier Relationships
- Serve as a primary point of contact for outside processing suppliers and subcontractors.
- Develop strong professional relationships with suppliers through consistent communication follow-up and problem-solving.
- Understand supplier capabilities capacity lead times strengths and limitations.
- Work with suppliers to resolve scheduling quality documentation and processing issues.
- Visit supplier facilities as needed to evaluate capabilities processes quality and capacity.
- Support the qualification and development of new outside processing suppliers.
Coordinate the Manufacturing Supply Chain
- Coordinate outsourced manufacturing and special processing from purchase order through completion and return to Oberg.
- Work closely with Production Quality Engineering Purchasing and Operations to ensure outside processing supports production schedules and customer requirements.
- Determine the best supplier for each job based on capability capacity quality cost and delivery requirements.
- Monitor supplier lead times and proactively identify potential delays before they impact production.
- Communicate supplier status delivery risks and issues during production meetings.
- Help keep jobs moving when priorities change or unexpected problems arise.
Manage ERP Purchasing & Documentation
- Use ERP systems to create track and maintain accurate supplier and order information.
- Create and manage RFQs purchase orders subcontract orders receiving records certifications and supplier documentation.
- Maintain accurate records of supplier performance processing requirements lead times and certifications.
- Coordinate incoming inspection of externally processed materials before they return to production.
- Use data and ERP information to help support production planning scheduling and supplier performance management.
Support Supplier Quality & Performance
- Monitor supplier performance including On-Time Delivery (OTD) quality lead time and PPM.
- Partner with Quality and suppliers to resolve nonconformances and processing issues.
- Issue and follow up on Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) when needed.
- Help identify opportunities to improve supplier performance reduce lead times and strengthen the outside processing network.
SPECIAL PROCESS EXPERTISE:
You dont need to know everything on day onebut you should be comfortable learning and working with technical manufacturing processes. Youll work with suppliers and internal technical teams to ensure processing requirements are clearly understood and completed to specification.
The Special Process Coordinator will develop and maintain knowledge of processes such as:
- Anodizing
- Chromate conversion coatings
- Vacuum coatings
- Heat treatment
- Non-destructive testing (NDT)
- Plating and other specialized finishing processes
WHAT MAKES YOU A GREAT FIT:
You may be a strong candidate if youve worked as a: Supply Chain Coordinator Purchasing Coordinator Buyer Buyer/Planner Supplier Coordinator Procurement Specialist Production Planner Materials Coordinator Subcontract Coordinator Supplier Quality Coordinator Manufacturing Coordinator Purchasing Specialist Expeditor Outside Processing Coordinator
Were especially interested in candidates who have:
- 3 years of experience in manufacturing supply chain purchasing procurement production planning supplier coordination or a related field.
- Experience working directly with suppliers vendors subcontractors or outside processors.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Experience using an ERP system such as Infor SAP Oracle Epicor or similar.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities suppliers and deadlines.
- The ability to communicate professionally with both suppliers and internal manufacturing teams.
- Strong follow-through. You dont let an open issue or delayed order fall through the cracks.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office particularly Excel and Outlook.
- The ability to understand technical requirements specifications and manufacturing documentation.
- A willingness to learn specialized manufacturing processes and become a subject-matter expert in outside processing.
- A valid drivers license and the ability to travel locally to supplier facilities.
EVEN BETTER IF YOU HAVE:
- Experience with special processes outside processing subcontract manufacturing or supplier management.
- Aerospace defense medical automotive or other high-precision manufacturing experience.
- Familiarity with AS9100 ISO 9001 NADCAP or similar quality systems.
- Knowledge of MIL or AMS specifications related to coatings finishes or heat treatment.
- Experience monitoring supplier OTD PPM quality lead time or corrective actions.
- Experience with RFQs purchasing expediting supplier negotiations or subcontract purchasing.
- Experience reading engineering drawings specifications or manufacturing requirements.
WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:
At Oberg outside processing is more than simply sending parts to a supplier. Youre helping keep the entire manufacturing process moving. When a supplier misses a deadline quality issue arises or production priority changes youll be the person connecting the dots and working with suppliers and internal teams to find solutions and keep customer commitments on track. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys ownership communication problem-solving supplier relationships and manufacturing and wants to become a critical part of Obergs supply chain.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This is an on-site position at Oberg Industries. The role is primarily office-based but regularly requires movement throughout the manufacturing facility and occasional local travel to supplier locations.Employees must be able to safely enter manufacturing environments and wear required PPE including safety glasses hearing protection and safety shoes.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or otherwise meet applicable U.S. export-control requirements.
- Must be able to comply with Oberg safety security and workplace policies.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
Oberg Industries Benefit Highlights:
- Competitive pay
- Medical dental and vision insurance (100% premium coverage: $9000-$22000 value)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Opt-out reimbursement for medical coverage
- 401(k) with up to 4% company match
- Annual Profit-Sharing contributions
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Overtime pay (after 8 hrs./day)
- Death Benefit (at no cost)
- Annual increases
- Quarterly bonuses
- Flexible start times
- Air conditioned temperature-controlled environment
- Clean bright and modern facilities
- High focus on family work-life balance
- Opportunities for career development and growth
- Collaborative and safety-focused work environment
About Oberg Industries:
Oberg Industries LLC is a local family-owned contract manufacturer and supply chain integrator providing tooling/metal stamping and precision machining services to many well-known companies around the passion is for precision manufacturing and our breadth of expertise enables us to provide cost-effective manufacturing solutions for the most demanding and complex production challenges for our customers. Our highly trained workforce plays a pivotal role in our ability to produce high-quality parts. At Oberg Industries you will join a team of amazing people who treat each other like family while working with products that are improving and saving peoples lives each and every day. Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting .
At Oberg Industries LLC we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender national origin genetics pregnancy disability age veteran status or other protected characteristics. No question on this application form is intended to solicit information about an applicants protected characteristics if addition the Americans with Disabilities Act requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental disabilities of applicants.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
U.S. based, advanced contract manufacturing of precision machined and stamped metal components, tool and die, and assemblies.
