Supervisor, Materials Management (Starship)

SUPERVISOR, MATERIALS MANAGEMENT (STARSHIP)

Materials Management’s Cape Canaveral 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 materials management performance with high on-time delivery rates. This Supervisor will be responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of a team and exceeding customer expectations by leading continuous improvement in all aspects of Materials Management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for daily operations inclusive of Receiving, Shipping, Inventory Management, Internal Distribution, and Production Coordination for the Cape Starship teams
• 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 company standard operating procedures
• Support and maintain metric goals and objectives for the Cape Starship Materials Management team
• 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
• Conduct regular safety walkthroughs, address safety issues, and promote safety policies
• Distribute campaign work order management workload appropriately, implementing a 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
• Act as the main point of contact for the Starship organization for Cape Materials Management

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

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

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Broad knowledge of all Cape Canaveral based Materials Management processes and procedures
• Lean/6-Sigma experience (Green/Black Belt certifications would be a plus)
• APICS certification – CPIM or CSCP desired
• Excellent communication and team-building skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced /cross-functional environment
• Experience within an aerospace, aviation, or automotive manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of transport guidelines as defined by 49CFR / IATA
• Computer Skills – Microsoft Office applications

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lifting up to 30lbs., standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing stooping, stretching and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position.
• Ability to work extended hours and/or weekends as the business needs
• This is a 1st shift position (estimated start time: 8AM)

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:            

Pay range:        
Materials Management /Supervisor: $95,000.00 - $135,000.00/per year

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.