Production Associate I

Anduril Industries•Irvine, CA

7h•$23 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

As a Production Associate, you will join our Manufacturing team at the Irvine, CA office. The Production Associate is responsible for managing inventory, assisting with coordinating material flow, and supporting the production process to ensure timely availability of materials and supplies. The right person for this role can demonstrate strong ownership and ability to solve operational challenges with creative solutions in a fast-paced, resource-limited environment. This person will be flexible to provide support wherever needed to ensure parts are restocked on the production floor.

Requirements

2+ years as a warehouse associate or equivalent role
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and good communication skills
Valid driver’s license
Ability to be onsite, local to Irvine, CA, Santa Ana, CA and Costa Mesa, CA
Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Nice To Haves

1+ years forklift experience and license
Experience working in the defense/aerospace industry
Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and/or other warehouse management and inventory control tooling.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office or equivalent office management tooling
Familiarity with Inventory Management through lot/serial/batch tracking
Experience packaging and handling hazardous shipments
Excellent customer service skills
Able to adapt in fast-paced environments
Ability to flex as work shifts can be subject to change depending on the business need
Ability to prioritize tasks efficiently and effectively

Responsibilities

Work across the production floor to make sure parts are stocked and available when needed
Identifying, pulling, packing, crating, labeling, loading, and securing product
Ensure orderly production and distribution of products by pulling orders from inventory, delivering production materials and supplies where needed
Complete cycle counts and conduct all activities with inventory accuracy as a top priority
Maintain inventory by identifying, labeling, and keeping materials and supplies in stock, recording location of inventory, and reporting shortages
Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move items, or signal machine operators to move materials onto and off trucks and loading docks
Courier inventory as needed between Anduril’s sites in Irvine, Santa Ana and Costa Mesa
Expedite flow of material, parts, and assemblies within or between departments in accordance with production and shipping schedules

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits
US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Additional Benefits
Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.
Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development
Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.
Retirement Savings Plan
US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options.
UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match.
AUS Roles: Superannuation plan.