Material Movement Associate

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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.

Job Description

As an Associate – Material Movement II based at Launch Complex 36, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, you will join a small but agile logistics team primarily responsible for the material flow and inventory accuracy that enable the final integration, test, launch, and refurbishment of Blue Origin’s New Glenn launch vehicle. You will collaborate closely with your customers including New Glenn launch operations technicians and engineers as well as ground system and launch pad technicians and engineers to receive and inspect parts, execute kitting and staging for work orders, and maintain real-time inventory control through ERP systems and on-pad operations. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced launch environment that demands strong communication, organization, and planning, coupled with meticulous attention to detail. Through disciplined execution and an unwavering commitment to customer service, continuous improvement, and safety, you will ensure the right parts are in the right place at the right time. The work you do at Launch Complex 36 will directly contribute to the advancement of safe, repeatable spaceflight and will play a role in Blue Origin’s commitment to building the road to space.

Responsibilities:

• Serve the customer to ensure work is not delayed due to parts

• Forecast part requirements and ensure plans are in place to transfer inventory to the launch pad in preparation to fulfill work order requirements

• Maintain inventory in accordance with company policies, to include proper labeling, storage, handling, and packaging.

• Perform cycle and annual inventory counts in accordance with count schedule. Research discrepancies in cycle and inventory counts

• Kit parts to work orders following daily work order pick schedule. To include physically pulling, packaging, labeling and electronically transacting parts from inventory

• Research shorts and mis-picks daily to verify proper inventory

• Inspect and receive parts returning to stock from work orders

• Work with Quality and Purchasing teams to resolve items with procurement and quality issues

• Follow up with purchase team for returns (warranty, RMA)

• Operate company equipment, e.g. electric pallet jacks, various size forklifts, common hand tools, and computer equipment

• Deliver kits and parts to staging and individual work cell areas as required

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

• Inspect and verify incoming shipments to the facility. Must be able to work with shipping and receiving department to inspect and receive larger items that will not be stored in common inventory areas

• Help in the coordination of shipping to and from the facility for out plant processing work

• Work directly with planning and purchasing teams to ensure all daily requirements are met with each job. If materials are not in house for the work order, the stockroom attendant will inform the appropriate party

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED

• Must be able to work C Shift (weekend day shift, Friday – Sunday, 6am - 6pm)

• 5-7+ years of experience in the aerospace/space and/or manufacturing industries

• Must be able to read, write, and take direction in English

• Must be a self-starter who can execute with little to no guidance or direction

• Strong interpersonal skills including excellent written and oral communication skills

• Strong math, analytical, and critical thinking skills to solve problems

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Proficient in all or most Microsoft 365 applications (i.e., Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. and work extended periods in various climates and conditions (freezer, outdoors, hazardous, clean, etc.)

• Prepared to work in various areas that may cause exposure to fumes, dust, loud noises, outdoor weather, and moving mechanical parts

• Familiar with ERP systems such as Costpoint and/or SAP

• Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary

Desired:

• Associates and/or bachelor’s degree

• Desire to find ways to improve upon current processes and procedures

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

• Proficient in navigating ERP and inventory tracking systems

• Ability to calmly handle multiple responsibilities at the same time with competing demands from leadership and the customer

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.

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

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.