Production Control Specialist 1/2

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 61,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) seeks a Production Control Specialist to manage material in construction and facility projects within RCAs/RBAs, ensuring traceability and conformity to QA standards. The role supports the Weapons Production Directorate and interacts with multiple systems for accurate inventory management.

Two levels exist: Specialist 1 requires 2+ years related experience; Specialist 2 requires 5+ years or an equivalent combination.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience for Production Control Specialist 1: minimum of 2 years related experience.
• Production Control Specialist 2: 5 years related experience; or equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage material in accordance with QA and industry standards.
• Above average computer skills.
• Experience with Inventory Control and Material Tracking systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access) and related suites.
• Excellent written and oral communication; customer service orientation.
• Able to collaborate within a team and multi-task in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required building access.

Responsibilities

• Utilize multiple inventory management systems to maintain inventory accuracy and traceability.
• Organize and store materials for efficient retrieval.
• Locate, pull, and stage materials for construction-related activities.
• Verify materials meet Management Levels for intended application.
• Adhere to institution-controlled storage procedures (P330-11, P330-12, P330-13).
• Maintain storage conditions and inventory record accuracy; enforce shelf-life requirements.
• Ensure proper handling of quality-affecting items; maintain safe and organized work areas.

Skills

Inventory control

Material tracking

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

Inventory Control systems

QA standards knowledge

Job description

What You Will Do

This position will be filled either as a Production Control Specialist 1 or a Production Control Specialist 2, depending on the skills of the selected candidate(s). Additional job responsibilities, outlined below, will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

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 Warehousing and Materials Management organization within the Weapons Production Directorate at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), operated by Triad National Security, LLC, is currently seeking an exceptional Controlled Storage Custodian to join the Supply Chain Management Group (SCL-2). The selected candidate will manage construction- and facility-related materials supporting the Associate Laboratory Director for Weapons Production (ALDWP) through Project Store operations and controlled storage in Radiological Control Areas (RCAs) or Radiological Buffer Areas (RBAs). This role supports the timely completion of construction and facility milestones and deliverables.

Warehousing and material management within SCL-2 are vital to ensure construction and facility milestones and deliverables are met.

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

• Utilize multiple inventory management systems to maintain inventory accuracy, verify stock levels, and ensure material traceability.
• Organize and store materials for efficient retrieval.
• Locate, pull, and stage materials for construction-related activities.
• Verify materials meet the appropriate Management Level (ML) for their intended application while complying with applicable codes, standards, and institutional requirements.
• Adherence to institution-controlled storage procedures (i.e., P330-11, P330-12, and P330-13).
• Maintain required storage conditions and inventory record accuracy.
• Enforce shelf-life requirements.
• Ensure proper maintenance and special handling of quality-affecting items.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment across shelves, pallet areas, workstations, and receiving areas.

In addition to the job duties listed for the Production Control Specialist 1 above, job duties for the Production Control Specialist 2 include:

• Contribute to the resolutions of problems of moderately complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors.
• Assure safety and security compliance, maintain required safety and security training, and make safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop or pause work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.

Work Shift

This position is assigned to the weekday shift (Monday through Thursday), with anticipated work hours of 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Work schedules are subject to change at management's discretion based on operational and business needs.

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.

• Production Control Specialist 1 Salary Range: $60,500 to $93,600
• Production Control Specialist 2 Salary Range: $72,800 to $115,400

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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 Requirements for the Production Control Specialist 1: Position requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
• Education/Experience Requirements for the Production Control Specialist 2: Position requires 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of related education and experience.

• Material Management:
• The demonstrated ability to manage material in accordance with applicable quality assurance and industry standards.
• Business Systems:
• Above average computer skills.
• Demonstrated experience with Inventory Control and Material Tracking systems.
• Proficiency in various software suites (e.g., Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Access).
• Communication:
• Demonstrated experience and excellence in interacting and communicating both written and orally with customers in a customer service-related setting.
• The ability to proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.
• The ability to communicate findings and make recommendations.
• The ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
• Organizational Skills:
• A strong 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.
• Additional Skills and Knowledge:
• The ability to obtain and maintain all required building access.

• Production Control Specialist 2: In addition to the job requirements outlined for the Production Control Specialist 1 above, job requirements for the Production Control Specialist 2 include...
• Previous materials management experience.
• The ability to work independently and take initiative to perform tasks.
• Basic knowledge of construction and/or maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of configuration management, change control, and/or release management processes.
• Knowledge of inventory management and control practices with an awareness of NQA-1 standards.
• Possess an aptitude toward mechanical and electrical components.
• Understanding and experience using QA standards.
• Familiarity with LANL Management Levels.
• The ability to work and function with a high degree of accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with construction disciplines to include electrical, mechanical, and fire protection.

Qualifications We Desire

• The ability to obtain a forklift license.
• Chemical Management Experience.
• Knowledge of relevant Laboratory procedures, standards, and guides.
• Knowledge of industry, regulatory, and/or DOE/NNSA Complex specific codes and standards.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Experience managing material in a nuclear environment and ensuring item traceability.
• An awareness and willingness to learn supply chain management practices and the appropriate handling of chemicals and storage requirements.
• The ability to work in a high stress, fast-past work environment.
• The ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Essential Job Functions

The ability to lift a minimum of 40 lbs.

Term Appointment

This position is for a Term Appointment: hired for periods of up to a maximum of 10 years. Term employees are at-will and may be terminated at any time.

Work Environment

The selected candidate must be able to perform computer-based tasks, conduct warehouse operations, work in outdoor storage containers, and manage materials in Radiological Control Areas (RCAs) or Radiological Buffer Areas (RBAs) in accordance with applicable procedures and requirements.

Work Location

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos,