Production Coordinator (starship Components Machining)

SpaceX; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

3 weeks of paid vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

SpaceX is looking for a Production Coordinator to oversee machining, manufacturing, and production teams. This role ensures timely delivery of components and supports logistics processes.

Key responsibilities include monitoring production flow, coordinating part movements, and maintaining accurate MRP/ERP data. Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year in a manufacturing environment, a high school diploma, and strong computer skills.

Compensation ranges from $22.00 to $30.00 per hour based on experience, plus benefits including stock options and vacation time.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or administrative environment.
• 3+ years experience preferable for handling parts in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, track, and move parts through production flow.
• Coordinate physical movement of parts.
• Ensure proper handling of parts and specifications.

Skills

Handling parts in a manufacturing setting

Strong computer skills

Organizing files and documents

Inventory management

MRP/ERP systems experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalency certificate

Tools

MS Office

Forklift

Job description

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR (STARSHIP COMPONENTS MACHINING)

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.

The Production Coordinator is a vital role within SpaceX's machining, manufacturing and production teams. Production Coordinators work in support of all production staff to ensure the on-time delivery of components and assemblies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor, track, and move parts as required through the production flow to ensure timely delivery to the next production location.
• Coordinate physical movement of parts through receiving inspection, stock rooms, purchasing, production resources or any applicable work center within SpaceX.
• Ensure parts are handled and protected properly and within SpaceX specifications.
• Coordinate off-site processing of parts to ensure on-time delivery as required.
• Work with the planning, procurement, engineering, and production teams to ensure our MRP/ERP data is and remains clean and accurate.
• Assist with resolution of incorrect system data, which is driving inappropriate demand, schedules, or could result in general failure.
• Update and utilize target management system to drive results.
• Work with production supervisors and managers to ensure all metrics driven action requirements are completed.
• Communicate part status and estimated completion dates.
• Assist production leadership and project teams with action item updates as required.
• Support logistics process through innovative staging of workflow as required.
• Support management of material certifications as required; prevent use of un‑certified materials.
• Support production and inventory personnel with "return to stock" and inventory purge actions.
• Support purchase requisition creation for scheduled contract work as required.
• Organize and maintain the physical and electronic library for production related tooling and calibration database as required.
• Support projects or productivity development activities within assigned production cells.
• Support assigned production cells with work order management activities as required.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or administrative environment.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of experience handling parts in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong computer skills, familiar with the full suite of MS Office products.
• Forklift certified.
• Experience in organizing files and documents.
• Inventory experience.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems.
• Experience in aerospace or advanced manufacturing environments.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be willing to 1st shift (Monday - Friday 5AM - 3:00PM) and 2nd shift (Monday - Friday 2:45PM - 12:45AM) hours, overtime, and weekends as needed.
• Able to stand for extended periods - 8 hours minimum.
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs. unassisted.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay range:

• Level 1: $22.00 - $24.50/hour
• Level 2: $24.00 - $27.00/hour
• Level 3: $26.00 - $30.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's affirmative action plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].