Final Assembly Expeditor III

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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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. As an Expeditor, your role will be to unpack bulk kits of parts delivered from Blue Origin's warehouse, strategically re-assemble and stage those parts for delivery to each work cell, and ensure a stream of work is readily available for delivery to our technicians at all times. You will work within the Final Assembly team to manage the velocity of parts to the work cells, respond to requests for replacement parts or additional parts, and transport parts and completed assemblies either back to inventory or forward to the next stage of assembly. This is a hands-on position that requires strong communication, organization, attention to detail and problem solving capabilities. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

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!

Responsibilities:

• As an Expeditor, your role will be to unpack bulk kits of parts delivered from Blue Origin's warehouse, strategically re-assemble and stage those parts for delivery to a work cell, and ensure a stream of work is readily available for delivery to our technicians at all times
• Coordinate with Production Control to strategically control the flow of materials to manufacturing work centers
• Reconcile any part discrepancies vs. request list; coordinate with Production Control and Procurement to order replacements or request spares if necessary
• Coordinate interdepartmental activity with warehouse, quality inspection, non-conformance review board, purchasing, and logistics
• Schedule and expedite the movement of parts by means of move orders, stock transfers and requests for shipping orders
• Work cross functionally to expedite any material shortages
• Continuously monitor and respond to technician part 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
• Read and understand part transportation requirements specified on the work order
• Monitor the flow/velocity of jobs through the production line and ensure work completes on time to schedule
• Monitor the velocity of the disposition of MRB and stranded material
• Enter material transactions in ERP system
• Process Scrap and obsolete inventory from WIP locations as required
• Prepare for, conduct, and assist in reconciliation of cycle counts

Qualifications:

• We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight
• Minimum of high school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a manufacturing or scheduling environment
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted
• Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Willingness to utilize powered lifting equipment, jib, crane or hoists
• This position will be for second shift
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted in to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Desired:

• Experienced with using inventory and/or ERP/MRP systems
• Prior experience within the aerospace industry
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• Experience in both development and production environments

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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 (DIBDS) 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, 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.

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.

• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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 "EEO Is the Law," please see here.

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