Materials Handler 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 a member of the Blue Origin family of companies, Honeybee Robotics has been at the forefront of robotics for over 40 years. Our Colorado location specializes in creating advanced motion control solutions for NASA, defense, and commercial programs. Our work has played a critical role in thousands of projects, spanning from conceptual design studies to flight missions, including NASA's Artemis I Mission and the Roman Space Telescope. We are seeking technically brilliant individuals who are passionate about their work, thrive in collaborative environments, and have a laser focus on the details that drive excellence.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will dive into the exciting world of sophisticated system transactions, ensuring our operations run like a well-oiled machine. Your keen eye for accuracy will be our gatekeeper, meticulously reviewing others' work to maintain outstanding records.

The Materials Handler III will work hand-in-hand with production operations to address material challenges head-on, ensuring flawless execution of materials needs. Your innovative spirit will shine as you assist in groundbreaking department development and process improvements, propelling us toward new heights of efficiency.

Prepare to be the maestro of ERP systems, expertly verifying packing lists, reviewing supplier paperwork, and ensuring every receipt is detailed logged for Incoming Inspection. The ideal candidate will be the linchpin in issuing parts to kanbans and work orders, labeling kitted parts with precision, and receiving completed work orders with finesse.

In your backup role, you'll be the go-to dynamo, assisting with Shipping and Receiving, stocking production and shipping consumables, and conducting cycle counts with eagle-eye attention. Working alongside the Inventory Control Manager, you'll ensure accurate material presentation, handle kanban, and uphold 5S standards in our stockrooms.

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!

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided

• Must work from Longmont, Colorado

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with production team to resolve material challenges and implement required actions.

• Perform sophisticated system transactions and handle ERP-related tasks.

• Assist in process improvements and department development.

• Maintain inventory accuracy and perform cycle counts

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience

• Minimum 4 to 6 years in Materials Management or Inventory control

• Minimum 1 year in Shipping &/or Receiving

• Experience with ERP system and transactional processes

• Inventory Management experience (i.e., inventory transactions, cycle counting, & material handling).

• Kanban Experience

• Basic math skills

• Proficient computer skills

• Basic Excel knowledge

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong background in ERP systems

• Experience with materials requiring trace history and maintenance

• High attention to detail and accuracy in counting and transacting materials

• Positive attitude and effective interpersonal skills

• Basic inventory problem-solving skills

• Ability to work collaboratively with all company levels

• Prioritize customer satisfaction

• Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to optimally perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.

• Constantly required to stand/or sit (specific locations may vary), squat, turn/twist, reach, and use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls.

• Frequently required to walk, balance, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch or crawl, and talk, hear, and smell.

• Must frequently lift, carry, push, or pull, and be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Compensation Range for:

Other site ranges may differ

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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.

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