Production Support Associate

Production Support Associate

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 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!

As a Production Support Associate in our development group, you will be immersed in a rapid and dynamic development environment, with a high focus on machining and prototypes.

Responsibilities:

• Requisitioning, receiving, storing, and issuing inventory, tooling, consumables and other assets to technicians and operators.
• Support machining teams through coolant & chip management, work-holding maintenance, setup and break down.
• Continuously monitor and respond to technician parts needs, including replacements for non-conforming parts, delivery of fasteners and shop stock, moving assemblies to inventory or to the next work center, and other similar duties as requested.
• Enter material transactions in ERP system.
• Work cross functionally to expedite any material shortages.
• Process Scrap and obsolete inventory from WIP locations as required.
• Prepare for, conduct, and assist in reconciliation of cycle counts.
• 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.
• 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.
• Monitor the flow/velocity of jobs through the production line and partner with Fabrication Control to ensure work completes on time to schedule.
• Identify, catalog, and report manufacturing delays, sources, and resolutions needed to Operations Supervisors and Managers
• Aggressively enforce safe material handling practices
• Work directly with leadership to support process development and other initiatives.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, Accredited GED or equivalent vocational certifications or training
• 4+ year of Inventory Control, Tool Crib and/or Material Handling Experience.
• Experience with Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, and/or inventory control applications.
• Experience working within 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 and maintain positive professional relationships
• 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 activities related to planning and/or scheduling.
• 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, including here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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