Warehouse Supervisor (Starlink)
Bastrop, TX
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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.
WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR (STARLINK)
At SpaceX we're leveraging our experience in building rockets and spacecraft to deploy Starlink, the world's most advanced broadband internet system. Starlink is the world's largest satellite constellation and is providing fast, reliable internet to 7M+ users worldwide. We design, build, test, and operate all parts of the system - thousands of satellites, consumer receivers that allow users to connect within minutes of unboxing, and the software that brings it all together. We've only begun to scratch the surface of Starlink's potential global impact and are looking for best-in-class engineers to help maximize Starlink's utility for communities and businesses around the world.
This role will involve the supervision of a team of hourly employees operating within SpaceX's materials management organization. The team is responsible for all activities from the point that hardware is deemed acceptable from our quality inspections to the moment hardware is handed off to the production organization. Our goal is to become a leader in materials management performance with high inventory efficiency/accuracy and industry-leading customer service while maintaining a safe work environment that utilizes the latest in applicable technologies. This supervisor will also be responsible for leading and driving continuous improvement throughout all aspects of their operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage an hourly workforce by assessing employee performance, providing positive/constructive feedback, facilitating conflict resolution, and addressing repeat issues with corrective actions, performance improvement plans, or through disciplinary means
Lead by setting an example, taking feedback from all levels of the organization, and motivating your organization to achieve the highest level of results
Monitor and improve operations, ensuring a safe work environment - with the goal of zero OSHA recordable annually
Ensure business practices are being followed to not only guarantee the processing of products in a quality manner but also meet those needs outlined in AS9100 and customer flow-down requirements
Manage the incoming acceptance, storing, and issuing of a wide variety of parts, details, and hardware into inventory
Manage operations that provide industry-leading levels of customer service in all operations: recognizing the needs of the business and adapting to support our mission
Lead cost-saving opportunities, identifying internal/external cost reductions and optimization opportunities
Ensure cycle counting procedures are routinely followed to meet both our internal and external audit requirements
Assist in the control of a fleet of vehicles, ensuring the necessary preventative maintenance, upkeep, and enhancements are made to service the customer
Develop and maintain the appropriate service routes and material replenishments to deliver material to internal customers at agreed-upon service levels
Supervise the local shipping and receiving operation; coordinating movements into and out of the local facility, along with critical point-to-point movements outside of the local facility
Drive projects and changes that contribute to materials management's ongoing improvement
Ensure procedures are routinely being followed for shelf-life storage and maintain proper rotation of stock, FIFO
Ensure the appropriate environmental controls are continuously effective, depending on the material requirements of the items being stored
Actively monitor and grow the workforce, ensuring team members are challenged and performing at the expected standards
Monitor and approve employee time-keeping records
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
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, science, engineering, or similar technical discipline
Completion of a leadership or rotational development program
The Association for Operations Management (APICS) certification - CPIM or CSCP
Lean/6-Sigma experience (Green/Black Belt certifications)
Excellent communication and team-building skills
Organized and self-driven, capable of working independently with little direction
Ability to work in a fast-paced /cross-functional environment
Experience within an aerospace, aviation, or automotive manufacturing environment
Computer Skills - Microsoft Office applications, SQL and PowerBI
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to work 2nd shift: 3:30pm - 2am
Must be willing to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing stooping, stretching and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position
Must be able to operate forklift equipment
Must be able to work in areas that require using a ladder (20 feet)
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITARhere (https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc\kb\article\page&sys\id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987) .
SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.
