Supervisor, Materials Management (Starship)

SpaceX

11h

About The Position

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SUPERVISOR, MATERIALS MANAGEMENT (STARSHIP) The Starbase Materials Management organization is a crucial part of Supply Chain managing the daily receipt, distribution, and issuance of materials critical to build and launch rockets into space. Our goal is to become a leader in logistics performance with high on time delivery rates. The Supervisor will be responsible for managing the day-to-day activities and exceeding customer expectations by leading continuous improvement to improve all aspects of logistics management.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of professional experience in materials management, supply chain, or production/manufacturing; or 4+ years of professional experience materials management, supply chain, or production/manufacturing

Nice To Haves

APICS certification – CPIM or CSCP
Lean/6-Sigma experience (Green/Black Belt certifications)
Excellent communication and team-building skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced /cross-functional environment
Experience within an aerospace, aviation, automotive manufacturing environment
Hazmat Certified
Working knowledge of transport guidelines as defined by 49CFR / IATA
Computer Skills – Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

Perform administrative duties, including but not limited to, approving timecards, scheduling, periodic reviews, maintaining stocking levels of supplies, one-on-one mentoring and training of direct reports
Implement best logistics and inventory management practices including but not limited to best transportation options, kitting strategy, inventory strategy, and work order management practices in accordance with procedures
Support and maintain metric goals and objectives for the Production Coordinator and Inventory teams
Conduct regular safety walkthroughs, address safety issues, and promote safety policies
Distribute campaign work order management workload appropriately, implementing a low-priority and high on-time kitting strategy in accordance with internal customer and campaign timelines
Interface with Shipping, Receiving, Quality Control, Transportation, Planning, Purchasing and other related departments to resolve problems relative to receipt and distribution of material
Be the focal point for area audits and other events pertaining to the responsible production coordinator teams
Ensure that a clean and organized work area is maintained by making continuous improvements to workspace design
Supervise the Production Coordinator and Inventory Management teams
Foster an environment where change is embraced and ideas are respected, supported, vetted and ultimately implemented (if deemed appropriate)
Perform other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment