Supervisor, Materials Management (Starship) - Night Shift

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran and disability support

Job summary

SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is looking for a Supervisor for Materials Management (Starship) on the Night Shift. The role involves managing logistics operations and ensuring high performance in supply chain activities. The ideal candidate will have a background in materials management and a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

The Supervisor will lead a team and implement best practices in inventory management. This position requires the ability to work night shifts and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience in materials management or related fields.
• Experience in an aerospace/automotive manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day logistics activities and ensure customer expectations are met.
• Implement logistics and inventory management practices.
• Supervise Production Coordinator and Inventory Management teams.

Skills

Materials management

Inventory management

Lean/6-Sigma experience

Excellent communication

Team-building skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Supervisor, Materials Management (Starship) - Night Shift

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 Starbase Materials Management organization is a crucial part of Supply Chain managing the daily receipt, distribution, and issuance of materials critical to build and launch rockets into space. Our goal is to become a leader in logistics performance with high on time delivery rates. The Supervisor will be responsible for managing the day-to-day activities and exceeding customer expectations by leading continuous improvement to improve all aspects of logistics management.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties, including but not limited to approving timecards, scheduling, periodic reviews, maintaining stocking levels of supplies, one-on-one mentoring and training of direct reports
• Implement best logistics and inventory management practices, including best transportation options, kitting strategy, inventory strategy, and work order management practices in accordance with procedures
• Support and maintain metric goals and objectives for the Production Coordinator and Inventory teams
• Conduct regular safety walkthroughs, address safety issues, and promote safety policies
• Distribute campaign work order management workload appropriately, implementing a low-priority and high on-time kitting strategy in accordance with internal customer and campaign timelines
• Interface with Shipping, Receiving, Quality Control, Transportation, Planning, Purchasing and other related departments to resolve problems relative to receipt and distribution of material
• Be the focal point for area audits and other events pertaining to the responsible production coordinator teams
• Ensure that a clean and organized work area is maintained by making continuous improvements to workspace design
• Supervise the Production Coordinator and Inventory Management teams
• Foster an environment where change is embraced and ideas are respected, supported, vetted and ultimately implemented (if deemed appropriate)
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of professional experience in materials management, supply chain, or production/manufacturing; or 4+ years of professional experience in materials management, supply chain, or production/manufacturing in lieu of a degree

Preferred Skills and Experience

• APICS certification – CPIM or CSCP
• Lean/6‑Sigma experience (Green/Black Belt certifications)
• Excellent communication and team‑building skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced/cross‑functional environment
• Experience within an aerospace, aviation, automotive manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of transport guidelines as defined by 49CFR / IATA
• Computer Skills – Microsoft Office applications

Additional Requirements

• Lifting up to 25lbs. unassisted, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Must be able to work night shift hours (6:00pm - 6:00am Mon‑Fri) including extended hours and/or weekends as needed
• 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 Afficational Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to [e-mail].