SpaceX · 1 day ago
Supervisor, Materials Management
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. This role is a supervisory position within the Materials Management organization, responsible for leading day-to-day operations and driving strategic projects and process improvements to enhance supply chain efficiency and customer service.
Advanced MaterialsAerospaceManufacturingNational SecuritySpace Travel
Responsibilities
Manage an hourly workforce by assessing employee performance, providing positive/constructive feedback, facilitating conflict resolution, and addressing repeat issues with corrective actions, performance improvement plans or through disciplinary means
Lead by setting an example, taking feedback from all levels of the organization, and motivating your organization to achieve the highest level of results
Monitor and improve operations, ensuring a safe work environment – with the goal of zero OSHA recordable annually
Ensure business practices are being followed to not only guarantee the processing of product in a quality manner, but also meet those needs outlined in AS9100 and customer flow-down requirements
Manage the incoming acceptance, storing and issuing of a wide variety of parts, details and hardware into inventory
Manage operations that provide industry leading levels of customer service in all operations: recognizing the needs of the business and adapting to support our mission
Lead cost saving opportunities, by identifying internal/external cost reductions and optimization opportunities
Ensure cycle counting procedures are routinely followed to meet both our internal and external audit requirements
Assist in the control of a fleet of vehicles, ensuring the necessary preventative maintenance, upkeep and enhancements are made to service the customer
Drive projects and changes that contribute to materials management’s ongoing improvement
Ensure procedures are routinely being followed for shelf-life storage and maintain proper rotation of stock, “first-in/first-out” (FIFO)
Ensure the appropriate environmental controls are continuously effective, depending on the material requirements of the items being stored within Hawthorne
Actively monitor and grow the workforce, ensuring team members are challenged and performing at the expected standards
As SpaceX continues to innovate and pave the way for future development, this supervisor needs to be able to adapt his/her team to the ever-changing needs of the organization
Monitor and approve employee time keeping records
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of professional experience in materials management, supply chain, or production/manufacturing; or 6+ years of professional experience in materials management, supply chain, or production/manufacturing
Lifting up to 50 lbs. unassisted, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing stooping, stretching and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Position requires long hours and some nights and weekends
Must be able to operate forklift equipment
Must be able to work in areas that require using a ladder (20 feet)
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, science, engineering, or similar technical discipline
Completion of a leadership or rotational development program
The Association for Operations Management (APICS) certification – CPIM or CSCP
Lean/6-Sigma experience (Green/Black Belt certifications)
Excellent communication and team-building skills
Organized and self-driven, capable of working independently with little direction
Ability to work in a fast-paced /cross-functional environment
Experience within an aerospace, aviation, or automotive manufacturing environment
Computer Skills – Microsoft Office applications, SQL and PowerBI
Benefits
Long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards
Potential discretionary bonuses
Ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Short and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Various other discounts and perks
3 weeks of paid vacation
10 or more paid holidays per year
5 days of sick leave per year
Company
SpaceX
SpaceX is an aviation and aerospace company that designs, manufactures, and launches rockets and spacecraft.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.78BKey Investors
Korea Investment PartnersIntesa SanpaoloAndreessen Horowitz
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