Specialist - Production Control

Blue Origin LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Stock options

Paid time off & parental leave

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a Specialist - Production Control in Huntsville, AL to coordinate and optimize manufacturing schedules for rocket engine production. You will work with manufacturing and test teams to maintain a dynamic, accurate schedule and ensure on-time delivery for service centers and integrated areas.

The role requires 3 years of schedule management, experience with ERP/MRP systems, and U.S. work eligibility.

Qualifications

• 3 years schedule management experience.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems.
• U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, maintain, and drive the schedule to ensure on-time delivery.
• Manage daily scheduling to keep an accurate, dynamic plan and communicate status.
• Plan staging of material/kits to production and test areas.
• Communicate upcoming work center load to area leads for transparency.
• Identify constraints and discuss solutions with area leads.
• Interface with internal customers regarding schedule impact.
• Manage WO instances from creation to completion.
• Coordinate part handling and packing for out-plant processes.
• Update on-dock dates in the scheduling system.

Skills

Schedule management

ERP/MRP systems

Ability to earn trust

Education

Bachelor's degree in operations management or supply chain management

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

## Specialist - Production ControlApplylocations: Huntsville, ALtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R65962Application 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.We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.## As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of professionals, you join a team of Production Control Specialists responsible for coordinating and controlling manufacturing activities for rocket engine production. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of production planning and control. We will establish, maintain and coordinate production schedules with manufacturing and assembly areas. We put a strong emphasis on teamwork, as our Specialist are directly involved with projects and problem-solving, and succeed through active engagement with the team.## We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!## ## **Responsibilities:*** Coordinate, maintain, communicate and drive the schedule to ensure on time delivery for service centers and integrated areas.* Schedule management throughout the day in order to maintain a dynamic accurate schedule. Clearly communicate the status of each job.* Coordinate the schedule, plan, and initial staging of material/kits to all vital areas of production and test.* Communicate and coordinate upcoming work center load (capacity planning) to provide transparency to area leads.* Identify and communicate constraints in the production flow and work with area leads to discuss possible solutions.* Interface and connect with internal customers for potential impact or delays in the schedule.* Management of WO Instance from creation to completion.* Coordinate all part handling that could involve having crates built, packing material for out-plant processes, etc.* Updating estimated on-dock dates in scheduling system, ex: assemblies in inventory ready for vehicle install.## ## **Qualifications:*** Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space!* 3 years schedule management experience* Ability to thrive in a high energy, high growth multifaceted environment.* Experience using and managing ERP/MRP systems* Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion* 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:*** Bachelor's degree in operations management or supply chain management* Familiarity with MS Office software including MS Project* Experience in a both development and production environments* Aerospace or automotive experience is a plus**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, 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.