Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Supply Chain Operations Coordinator (Level 3 or 4) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position is located in El Segundo, CA.
Position is in-office, unable to accommodate a telecommute/hybrid schedule.
Essential Functions:
Coordinate with Manufacturing to assist in prioritizing WIP to ensure contractual schedule dates are met.
Utilize knowledge of production requirements to coordinate with other shop support teams (Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, MRB, Industrial Engineering, Shipping, Distribution, etc.) to initiate actions to remove any constraints to production.
Perform necessary SAP and MES system transactions to release work orders for Manufacturing, receive parts into inventory, close out manufacturing work orders, and issue parts up to next higher assemblies.
Able to identify, investigate, and resolve inventory discrepancies as they are brought to the attention of the team.
Assists in determining possible and actual shortages may initiate action to correct these deficiencies.
Able to obtain ECDs from Manufacturing based on the criticality of the parts.
Estimates and logs production rate and time expenditures and may be required to establish sequence and lead time of each operation to meet shipping dates.
Ability to obtain and maintain Power Industrial Trucks (i.e.. Forklift, Reach lift, Electric Cart, etc..) Identify, locate, and transfer of large tooling to support Manufacturing
Loading and unloading of large tooling from Autoclave/stage for Manufacturing
This position may be filled as a Level 3 or Level 4 based on the qualifications outlined below. This will be supporting B shift (Weekday NIGHTS, 5-40 or 9-80 schedule)
Basic Qualifications (Level 3):
High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience
Ability to work in MS 365, Excel, Word, Power Point
Must have the ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
Ability to obtain and maintain equipment licensing including but not limited to electric carts, forklift, reachlift.
Ability to obtain and maintain DOD Secret Clearance and a Program Special Access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (after starting).
Basic Qualifications (Level 4):
High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience
Ability to work in MS 365, Excel, Word, Power Point
Must have the ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
Ability to obtain and maintain equipment licensing including but not limited to electric carts, forklift, reach lift.
Ability to obtain and maintain DOD Secret Clearance and a Program Special Access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (after starting).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in SAP
Experience working in a manufacturing setting
Experience moving large items on Forklift
Experience working in a warehouse environment
Active DOD Secret level clearance.
Excellent communication skills dealing with customers and suppliers
Skills Required
- High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience (Level 3)
- High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience (Level 4)
- Ability to work in MS 365, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Must have the ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Valid driver's license or ability to obtain one
- Ability to obtain and maintain equipment licensing (electric carts, forklift, reachlift)
- Ability to obtain and maintain DOD Secret Clearance and Program Special Access (may be obtained after starting)
- Position is in-office in El Segundo, CA and supports B shift (weekday nights) schedule
- Experience working in SAP
- Experience working in a manufacturing setting
- Experience moving large items using a forklift
- Experience working in a warehouse environment
- Active DOD Secret level clearance
- Excellent communication skills dealing with customers and suppliers
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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