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Production Coordinator II

Rocket Lab USA

John C. Stennis Space Center, MS

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Climate Change, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Depth Perception, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Establish Priorities, Government, High School Diploma, Inventory Management, Keyboards, Manufacturing, Microsoft Access Database, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Order Delivery, Order/Customer Fulfillment, Organizational Skills, Product Demonstration, Product/Service Launch, Production Support, Production Systems, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Service Delivery, Shipping/Receiving, Supply Chain, Team Player, Time Management, United States Citizen, Wheel/Front-End Loader, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
John C. Stennis Space Center, MS
POSTED
Today
ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening access space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. SUPPLY CHAIN Rocket Lab’s Supply Chain team is responsible for the flow of all materials, products, and components through the business. With many of our own products functioning as critical components to our own and our customers’ missions, the Supply Chain team has a direct impact on the success of our rocket and satellite programs. They set up the assembly kits that enables our technicians to put together our Electron rockets, manage inventory, look after shipping and receiving, manage direct and indirect procurement, and inspect and ensure that all of our materials and products are compliant and up to standard. They are the chain that links our teams together, and are critical to our success. PRODUCTION COORDINATOR II Based onsite at Rocket Labs Stennis Space Center facility in Mississippi, the Production Coordinator II follows up with production areas for updated status on open work orders, expedites deliveries where needed, and help resolve any blockers preventing on time delivery. The Production Coordinator is a key resources within the planning function, supporting production planners to ensure the timely delivery of fabricated materials from within our global production system. WHAT YOU’LL GET TO DO: Responsible for fulfilment within MRP for production work orders. Responsible for releasing kit requests to Inventory Responsible for supporting prioritization and expediting subassemblies to support integration timeline. Responsible for clearing blockers preventing production from completing production orders, including following up on issue tickets, part shortages, and yield loss. Work in a cross functional team environment as a strong team player and demonstrate ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals. Other duties asked by your manager, relevant to your role YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma and 2+ years of production experience in a manufacturing environment Proficient using Microsoft products (Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point, Access) Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain Proficient in MRP systems Team oriented, strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment and to multiple deadlines Proven ability to clearly communicate, manage work tasks, and provide status updates. Team oriented, strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment and to multiple deadlines Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently ADDITIONAL REQUIRMENTS: Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, operate computer keyboard and controls, and communicate verbally and in writing. Must be physically able to commute to buildings. Occasional exposure to dust, fumes and moderate levels of noise. WHAT TO EXPECT We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way. Important information: FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here. Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days. FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY: For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant. These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality. For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.

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