Material Handler II (Weekday Night Shift) B shift

Blue Origin Operations

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

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. Blue Castings is the investment casting facility of Blue Origin Operations. It is located at 18410 63rd Ave NE Arlington, WA 98223.

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 include but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials between various departments, ensuring the timely completion of production orders.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust as necessary to meet changing demands and prioritize urgent orders.
• Collaborate with production planners, supervisors, and other stakeholders to plan and schedule production activities.
• Track and manage inventory levels, ensuring that materials and supplies are available when needed and minimizing production delays.
• Communicate production status, delays, and issues to relevant stakeholders, including management, sales teams, and customers.
• Identify bottlenecks or potential delays in the production process and propose solutions to improve efficiency and meet deadlines.
• Conduct regular inspections of production areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date production records, including work orders, production reports, and inventory logs.
• Continuously evaluate and improve production processes and procedures to maximize productivity and minimize waste.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED
• Experience with activities related to planning and/or scheduling.
• Experience working with a cross functional team
• Good verbal and written communications skills
• Demonstrates understanding and is able to apply continuous improvement concepts.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment, such as forklifts or pallet jacks.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• 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.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and production planning software.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills in data analysis and problem-solving.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement concepts is desirable.
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as required to meet production deadlines.

Compensation Range for: WA applicants is $22.62-$31.67. Other site ranges may differ.

Culture 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 an 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.

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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.

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