Production Control Specialist 2 (Weekends)

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite gyms and wellness programs

Relocation packages

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM, seeks a Production Control Specialist for Materials Management within the Weapons Program. You will manage MTE, production materials, and classified items, ensuring safe, compliant handling and accurate traceability.

You will oversee inventories, staging, and kitting for production activities, while enforcing ML and PQL compliance and utilizing multiple tracking systems in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Requires 5 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Demonstrated ability to manage materials per QA standards and best practices.
• Proficiency with inventory control systems and material tracking tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage Measurement and Testing Equipment (MTE), production materials, weapons components, and classified materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory records across multiple systems with full item traceability.
• Locate, pull, stage, and kit materials for production and maintenance activities.
• Verify materials meet Management Level (ML) and Procurement Quality Level (PQL) requirements.

Skills

Material management

Inventory control

Cycle counting

Communication skills

Warehouse management systems

DOE/NNSA regulatory knowledge

Education

5 years of related experience / education

Tools

Indysoft

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft 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 Weapons Program Material Control - Warehousing team within the Production Supply Chain Group (SCL-3) at Los Alamos National Laboratory is looking for an exceptional Production Control Specialist to support production material management control. This fast-paced, mission-driven role requires attention to detail, adaptability, and a strong commitment to compliance and operational excellence.

The selected candidate will manage Measurement and Testing Equipment (M&TE), production materials, weapons components, and classified materials in support of the Associate Laboratory Director for Weapons Production (ALDWP). The primary focus of this position is ensuring materials are moved safely and compliantly between multiple controlled storage areas, both on and off Laboratory property, supporting the timely achievement of production and facility milestones.

Responsibilities include maintaining accurate inventory records using multiple inventory management and tracking systems, ensuring full item traceability, and keeping storage areas organized for efficient material retrieval. The selected candidate will locate, pull, stage, and kit materials for production, construction, and maintenance activities, verifying that all materials meet the appropriate Management Level (ML) and Procurement Quality Level (PQL) for their intended use and comply with applicable standards.

This role requires adherence to controlled storage procedures, chemical handling, and transportation requirements, and shelf-life and quality standards to ensure materials are properly maintained and accounted for.

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.

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 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of related education and experience.

• Material Management:
• Demonstrated ability to manage materials in accordance with applicable quality assurance standards and industry best practices.
• Knowledge of production and inventory control principles, including cycle counting, physical inventory management, and resource planning practices.
• Awareness of supply chain management and resource integration processes, with willingness to learn DOE/NNSA and industry regulatory requirements.
• Business Systems:
• Proficiency with inventory control and material tracking systems.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, Access) and other relevant software.
• Experience using warehouse management systems or production/material tracking tools to monitor and resolve material issues.
• Communication and Customer Service:
• Demonstrated excellence in customer service, with the ability to interact effectively with internal stakeholders and shop floor personnel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey findings, provide recommendations, and proactively support organizational objectives.
• Ability to foster a respectful and inclusive work environment free from discrimination and harassment.
• Ability to initiate and manage shift hand off communication.
• Ability to gather required information when coming on shift and report progress and ongoing action items when leaving.
• Organizational Skills:
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
• Ability to organize storage areas, workflows, and material staging to support efficient operations.
• Safety and Compliance:
• Maintains safety and security compliance as a primary responsibility.
• Completes required safety and security training and integrate safety into all tasks, including taking appropriate action to stop work if conditions are unsafe or compromise security.
• Adheres to warehouse, storage, and handling procedures, as well as applicable chemical and material handling requirements.

Qualifications We Desire

• Classified Matter Protection Custodian (CMPC).
• Experience in chemical or hazardous materials management.
• Experience managing M&TE via Indysoft.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with experience managing materials in a nuclear environment and ensuring item traceability.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, and proper material storage and handling practices.
• An active DOE Q-level clearance.

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

Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. 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.