Supply Chain Technical Coordinator 2 or 3 (1st Shift)

Northrop Grumman • Palmdale, CA

2d • $47,200 - $93,400 • Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is hiring a Supply Chain Technical Coordinator at Level 2 or Level 3 for its Palmdale, California location. The position supports the Palmdale Machine Center and Global Supply Chain team, working across the shop floor, inventory, warehouse receiving, transportation, and program teams to coordinate material movement. This is an onsite role on a first-shift, three 10-hour-day schedule running Friday through Sunday; telecommuting and hybrid work are not available.

The coordinator identifies and stages raw materials for production, maintains raw material inventory, and certifies material buyoffs against certificates of conformance. The role involves interpreting engineering blueprints, parts lists, material certifications, transportation requests, and packing instructions, as well as understanding manufacturing processes and technical requirements. The position also handles material movement, shipping and receiving tasks, kit packing, inventory checks, and delivery of parts and supplies between company sites and other locations.

The role may be filled at Level 2 or Level 3 based on qualifications. Level 2 requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience; Level 3 requires a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of relevant experience. Candidates must be able to obtain forklift certification and a U.S. Government Secret clearance after starting, and meet the described physical and driving requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• For Level 2: at least 2 years of experience in logistics support, shipping and receiving, warehousing, and/or inventory control.
• For Level 3: at least 4 years of experience in logistics support, shipping and receiving, warehousing, and/or inventory control.
• Ability to obtain forklift certification.
• Ability to perform moderately strenuous, repetitive physical work, including bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, and frequently lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive company-owned vehicles, potentially in the dark.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance within a reasonable period after starting, as determined by the company.
• Ability to work with MS 365, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and technical requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience using a forklift, reach lift, or pallet jack.
• Prior experience using SAP or MES.
• Understanding of Receiving Reports and Raw Material Certificates of Conformance.
• Ability to read engineering blueprints, bills of materials (BOMs), and parts lists.
• Hazmat or chemical handling experience.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support activities across multiple disciplines within the Supply Chain process.
• Load, unload, convey, and deliver materials and parts to work sites; perform shipping and receiving tasks as directed.
• Open containers using hand tools, count and weigh materials, and record information.
• Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, machines, and trucks.
• Move and stack materials using a hand truck, forklift, or other devices, and assist with lifting heavy objects.
• Deliver parts to MRB and pick up chemicals and supplies when required.
• Wrap and pack kits for shipment to onsite and offsite locations.
• Certify material buyoffs in accordance with material certificates of conformance.
• Conduct raw material inventory and maintain inventory levels to support production requirements.
• Work with the Operations team and shop floor in a warehouse environment.
• Provide status updates on raw material availability and staging during meetings or planning sessions.
• Operate company-owned vehicles to pick up and deliver parts between company sites, buildings, and offsite locations.
• Identify and stage raw material for the production floor.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Savings plan.
• Company-paid holidays.
• Paid time off for vacation and/or personal business.
• Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED