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PRODUCTION COORDINATOR, HEATSHIELD (STARSHIP)

The production coordinator ensures the on-time delivery of the heatshield for integration and testing.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monitor, track, and move parts as required through the company to ensure timely delivery to next production location
Push/pull physical movement of parts through receiving inspection, stock rooms, purchasing, production resources or any applicable work center within SpaceX
Promote workflow consistency and accuracy across the company while working to drive down internal logistics lead-time
Ensure parts are handled and protected properly and within SpaceX specifications
Coordinate off-site processing of parts to ensure on-time delivery
Work with the planning, procurement, engineering, and production teams to ensure our MRP/ERP data is and remains clean and accurate
Assist with resolution of incorrect system data which is driving inappropriate demand, schedules, or could result in general failure
Update and utilize metrics to drive results as applicable with production personnel
Work with production supervisors and managers to ensure all metrics-driven action requirements are completed
Develop and maintain reports to highlight needs, deliverables and constraints as required for internal and customer use
Assist production leadership and project teams with action item updates
Support logistics process through innovative staging of workflow
Support management of material certifications as required – prevent use of uncertified materials
Support production and inventory personnel with “return to stock” and inventory purge actions
Support purchase requisition creation for scheduled contract work
Organize and maintain the physical and electronic library for production related tooling and calibration database
Support projects or productivity development activities within assigned production cells
Support assigned production cells with work order management activities

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of experience supporting departmental administrative processes

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Strong computer skills, familiar with the full suite of MS Office products
Bachelor’s degree
Experience in organizing files and documents
Experience in aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic manufacturing environments
SQL and Tableau experience
APICS certification
Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Available for at least one of the following shifts:
- 1st shift: 6 AM to 4:30PM
- 3rd shift: 6 PM to 4:30 AM
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
Ability to stand for extended periods – 8+ hours
Must be available for overtime, all shifts, and weekend work as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
Stand: Up to 6 hours per day
Sit: Up to 3 hours per day
Push/Pull: Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
Overhead reach: Up to 1 hour per day
Walk: Up to 6 hours per day
Lift/Carry: Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 1 hour per day
Kneel/Crouch: up to 1 hour per day
Upper body twist: Up to 6 hours per day
Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: 30 minutes or less per day
Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description. Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

Production Coordinator, Heatshield (Starship)