Production Support Specialist - JARVIS

blueorigin; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Education support program

Job summary

Blue Origin invites applications for a Production Support Specialist to join the Operations group. This boots-on-ground role supports welding, fabrication, machining, and testing of tooling and launch infrastructure to enable space vehicle construction.

You will work with leadership to drive inventory control, streamline material flow, and maintain 5S standards while ensuring safety and schedule adherence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent vocational training.
• 2+ years of Inventory Control, Tool Crib and/or Materials Handling experience OR 2+ years of Administrative experience.
• Experience working with a cross functional team.
• Understanding of continuous improvement concepts.
• Ability to safely drive a forklift and perform physically demanding work.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs unassisted.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and commitment to an inclusive culture.
• Solid computer skills (MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint).
• Must wear PPE as required and be able to work varied shifts, overtime, weekends, and travel occasionally.
• Must pass DBIDS background check and be eligible for access to a military installation.
• U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or eligible refugee/asylee status.

Responsibilities

• Support leadership with team initiatives including team events and functions.
• Requisitioning, receiving, storing, and issuing inventory and tooling to technicians.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas per policies and 5S.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to address material shortages and improve processes.
• Monitor flow of jobs through production and coordinate with Production Control to meet schedules.
• Assist in material purchasing, handling, storage, and distribution of MRO inventory.
• Process scrap and obsolete inventory from WIP locations as required.
• Prepare for and participate in cycle counts and site audits.
• Identify delays and propose resolutions to Operations supervisors/managers.
• Operate forklifts, hoists, pallet jacks, and related equipment safely.

Skills

Inventory control

Cross-functional team

Continuous improvement

Forklift operation

Lifting 50 lbs

Interpersonal skills

Kanban

MRP/ERP software

Welding tooling knowledge

Backflush process

Forklift certified

Education

High School Diploma / GED or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

Production Support Specialist, you will be part of a vertically integrated M A Team. This is a boots‑on‑the‑ground role. This is for the tinkers, the makers, the creators, the pioneers, the problem solvers, and those who own their role as if they are going to fly on the vehicle. We are building a road to space. The path is long, with challenges every step of the way but not without opportunities to do extraordinary things, make a difference, and leave a legacy. You are limited only by your ability and desire to grasp them.

JARVIS focuses on welding & fabrication, machining, final integration and assembly and testing of large tooling, landing platforms and other launch infrastructures that will enable us to build thefoundationfor a road to space. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities

• Work directly with leadership to support various team initiatives, this includes but not limited to team building events and functions.

• Requisitioning, receiving, storing, and issuing inventory, tooling, consumables and other assets to technicians and operators.

• Maintain clean and safe work areas following company policies and industry best practices (5S).

• Must be able to work well with others, take direction and execute swiftly, be mindful of process improvement opportunities, and be able to problem solve.

• Monitor the flow/velocity of jobs through the production line and partner with Production Control to ensure work completes on time to schedule.

• Work cross functionally to expedite any material shortages.

• Other duties as assigned or otherwise beneficial to fulfilling the mission.

• Process Scrap and obsolete inventory from WIP locations as required.

• Prepare for, conduct, and assist in reconciliation of cycle counts and site audits.

• Identify, catalog, and report manufacturing delays, sources, and resolutions needed to Operations Supervisors and Managers

• Operate various equipment in support of daily operations. This includes but not limited to forklifts, pallet jacks, hoists, lift tables etc. to ensure safe hardware handling operations.

• Assist in the implementation of a robust materials management process that reflects best practices, to include material purchasing, handling, storage, control, and distribution of MRO inventory.

• Identify, catalog, and report manufacturing delays, sources, and resolutions needed to Operations Supervisors and Managers

• Aggressively enforce safe material handling practices

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, Accredited GED or equivalent vocational certifications or training

• 2+ year of Inventory Control, Tool Crib and/or Material Handling Experience or 2+ year of Administrative Experience.

• Experience working with a cross functional team.

• Demonstrated understanding and can apply continuous improvement concepts.

• Ability to safely drive a forklift and perform acute work.

• Ability to lift 50lbs, unassisted.

• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion.

• Strong computer skills, familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

• Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary.

• Flexible to work varied shifts, overtime, weekends, and travel on occasion.

• Must be able to pass DBIDS background check. Role will be on a military installation.

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Desired

• Excellent interpersonal and Communication Skills (Verbal and Written)

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Knowledge with welding consumables and tooling.

• Ability to handle multiple duties concurrently based on workload dispersion, program priorities and management and customer decisions.

• Knowledge of backflush and Kanban process.

• Experience with Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, and/or inventory control applications.

• Experience with activities related to planning and/or scheduling.

• Experience with Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, and/or inventory control applications.

• Forklift Certified

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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