Production Coordinator II

Rocketlab; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 38,572 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top tier medical HMO, PPO

100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option

Dental and vision coverage

3 weeks paid vacation

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Onsite gym

Discounted employee stock purchase program

Job summary

Rocketlab is seeking a Production Coordinator II to work onsite in Middle River, MD. This role involves managing production work orders, expediting deliveries, and resolving issues to support timely delivery. The ideal candidate possesses a High School Diploma with 2+ years of production experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Key responsibilities include fulfilling orders within MRP and collaborating with various teams for seamless operations. The position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively across functions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 2+ years of production experience in a high-paced manufacturing environment or equivalent education.
• Proficient using Microsoft products (Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point, Access).
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for fulfillment within MRP for production work orders.
• Responsible for releasing kit requests to Inventory.
• Responsible for supporting prioritization and expediting subassemblies.
• Clear blockers preventing production from completing orders.
• Work in a cross-functional team environment.

Skills

Production experience

Proficient in Microsoft products

Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain

Job description

Production Coordinator II

Based onsite at Rocket Labs Middle River, MD facility, the Production Coordinator II follows up with production areas for updated status on open work orders, expedites deliveries where needed, and helps resolve any blockers preventing on time delivery. The Production Coordinator is a key resource within the planning function, supporting production planners to ensure the timely delivery of fabricated materials from within our global production system.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for fulfillment within MRP for production work orders.
• Responsible for releasing kit requests to Inventory.
• Responsible for supporting prioritization and expediting subassemblies to support integration timeline.
• Responsible for clearing blockers preventing production from completing production orders, including following up on issue tickets, part shortages, and yield loss.
• Work in a cross functional team environment as a strong team player and demonstrate ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals.
• Other duties requested by your manager, relevant to your role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 2+ years of production experience in a high‑paced manufacturing environment or equivalent years of education.
• Proficient using Microsoft products (Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point, Access).
• Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems.

Nice to Have

• Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain.
• Proficient in MRP systems.
• Team oriented, strong ability to multi‑task and work in a fast‑paced environment and to multiple deadlines.
• Proven ability to clearly communicate, manage work tasks, and provide status updates.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently.

Job Physical Requirements

This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.

Salary

Base Pay Range (CA Only): $28 – $35 USD.

Benefits

Level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on job‑related knowledge and skills, education, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package. Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including top tier medical HMO, PPO and a 100% company‑sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Other perks include discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.

Employment Eligibility and Legal Compliance

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident, or meet the required authorizations. Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab.

Disability Accommodation

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at [e-mail]. This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply or interview. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

International (New Zealand) Hiring

For security reasons, background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Under these regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union, or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.