Production Support Coordinator

Production Support Coordinator

Full time - On-site

Littleton, Colorado

My client builds, and operates a diverse range of small satellite systems supporting space-based turnkey missions for several business applications, including earth observation, communications, in-orbit demonstrations, risk reduction opportunities, in addition to various science and exploration applications.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Production Support Coordinator to join their dynamic team. In this critical role, you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of production within their cleanroom facility. You will be responsible for a wide range of tasks, including inventory management, materials procurement, kitting production orders, and providing essential support for our Spacecraft Integration technicians.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Support: Ensure that the Integration technicians have all the necessary materials, tools, and equipment to efficiently complete their work.
• Monitor production progress closely and proactively address any potential delays or roadblocks.
• Coordinate with production teams, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure smooth and timely production operations.
• Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished subsystems.
• Develop and implement strategies to minimize inventory holding costs while ensuring adequate supply to meet production demands.
• Collaborate with the Procurement department on the procurement process, including issuing purchase orders, tracking orders, and coordinating with suppliers.
• Receiving & Inventory Control: Oversee the receiving process for incoming & outgoing materials, ensuring accurate documentation and inspection.
• Maintain accurate inventory records in our digital inventory system.
• Ensure adherence to all material handling procedures, particularly for sensitive flight hardware.
• Safely lift and move heavy equipment and materials within the cleanroom environment.
• Operate an electric pallet stacker to transport materials within the facility.
• Production Order Management: Kit production orders accurately and efficiently, ensuring all necessary components are included.
• Manage the procurement of materials for production orders, ensuring timely delivery to meet production schedules.
• Collaborate with the production team to identify and resolve any material-related issues.

• Minimum Qualification High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Proven experience in inventory management, materials handling, or a related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and experience with inventory management software is a plus.
• Experience in using Production Management software. (Odoo, SAP, Oracle)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in Satellite Manufacturing.
• Prior experience operating material handling equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, forklifts) is a plus.

• Physical Demands This position requires the ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 Lbs.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching may be required.
• Ability to safely operate an electric pallet stacker

This position requires access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, and services. U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 22 CFR §120.15 and 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) is required.