Laundry Warehouse (Production Control Specialist 1)

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) seeks a Production Control Specialist for the Triad group (SCL-2) within the Weapons Production Directorate. The role focuses on PPE and laundry management across multiple sites, requiring meticulous inventory control, strong customer service, and collaborative teamwork in a high-safety environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining inventory levels, organizing PPE lockers, and ensuring clean, compliant work areas.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of related experience.
• Experience with material management and QA standards.
• Strong customer service experience.
• Proficient with Inventory Control and Material Tracking systems.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Access).
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Use inventory systems to maintain and verify inventory levels.
• Manage centralized PPE locker distribution and assignments.
• Keep change rooms clean, organized, and stocked daily.
• Follow institution procedures (P330-11, 12, 13).
• Locate, pull, and stage material for program activities.
• Maintain a clean receiving area.
• Work cohesively in a team and provide attention to detail.

Skills

Inventory management

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

Access

Job description

What You Will Do

Come join the best and brightest minds in the world at one of the most innovative and creative multidisciplinary research institutions engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The work we do at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) matters to our country and the world!

The Operational Readiness organization within the Weapons Production Directorate at Los Alamos National Laboratory (TRIAD) is looking for an exceptional Production Control Specialist to join the Supply Chain Management Group (SCL-2). Our diverse workforce enjoys a collegial work environment focused on creative problem solving, where everyone's opinions and ideas are considered.

In this role, you will effectively and compliantly manage Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Laundry at TA-55, RLUOB, RLW, TWF, RANT/WCRRF and CMR for the Associate Lab Director for Weapons Production (ALDWP).

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Utilize multiple inventory management systems to maintain and verify inventory levels.
• Manage centralized distribution and assignment of PPE lockers.
• Ensure change rooms are decluttered, organized, and stocked daily.
• Comply with institution-controlled storage procedures, P330-11, 12, and 13.
• Locate, pull, and stage material for programmatic related activities.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet areas, and workstations neat.
• Maintaining a clean receiving area.
• Comply with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Work cohesively in a team environment.
• Provide high level of attention to detail.
• Exhibit strong organizational skills.

Salary Range:

While the posted salary range for this position is broad, it is highly unusual for selected applicants to be hired at the top end of the range and more common for selected candidates to grow into the full salary band over time.

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What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Applicants must submit a comprehensive resume reflective of relevant experience that addresses the minimum job requirements and desired qualifications of the position below for full consideration.

• Education/Experience: Position requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience.

• Material Management:
• Demonstrated ability to manage material in accordance with applicable quality assurance and industry standards.

• Customer Service:
• Demonstrated experience and excellence in interacting with customers in a customer service-related setting.

• Business Systems:
• Demonstrated computer skills and experience with Inventory Control and Material Tracking systems.
• Proficient in various software suites, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Access

• Communication:
• Demonstrated experience and excellence in interacting and communicating both written and orally with customers in a customer service-related setting.
• Ability to proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.
• Ability to communicate findings and make recommendations.

• Organizational Skills:
• Possess high attention to detail including strong organizational skills, analytical thinking, observation skills, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to multi-task and adjust to the workings of a dynamic environment.

• Work Environment:
• Ability to work cohesively in a team environment which encourages collaboration with fellow team members to contribute to the efficiency of the facility.

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with logistics and production planning concepts.
• Experience managing material in a nuclear environment with the ability to learn basic safety requirements needed to work within a Radiological Facility.
• An awareness and willingness to learn supply chain management practices.
• The ability to obtain a forklift license.
• An active DOE Q-level clearance.

Essential Job Functions:

Ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.

Work Location:

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Work Schedule:

This position may/will require 24/7 coverage, which could/will involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for the shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.

Position Commitment:

Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Note to Applicants:

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High-Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50-mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2: Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q

This position requires a Q clearance and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test:

The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Equal Opportunity:

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to [e-mail] or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.