Inventory Specialist

Paxtuent River, Maryland

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Date posted 04/19/2024 Job ID 44447BR Company General Atomics Systems Integration Experience Level Mid-Level (3-7 years) Job Title Inventory Specialist City Paxtuent River State Maryland Workstyle Onsite Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Hourly Salary Range $60,670 - $90,198

Job Summary

General Atomics Systems Integration, LLC (GA-SI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a provider of military and commercial engineering services. GA-SI is a leading-edge expert in systems integration technologies, reliability improvements, and controls system design.

We have an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our team and support production activities at Naval Air Station Paxtuent River, in Paxtuent River, Maryland. This is a non-deployable role and there will not be any travel involved.

Under limited supervision, this position is responsible for planning and controlling inventory levels to meet project and production requirements. Maintains centralized document control center for all accountable transactions and total visibility of assets. Maintains input to inventory systems. Reviews and analyzes requirements and inventory levels and generates purchase requisitions as required. Coordinates transfer of stock, tracks shortages, and expedites as required. Coordinates with purchasing, production planning, and the warehouse to ensure appropriate routing, scheduling, and storing of goods. Coordinates with contracts on project transfers and approvals, with engineering on obsolescence and Bill of Materials (BOM) changes, and with manufacturing on status of out-of-stock situations.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reviews and monitors material requirements based on MRP, Kanban, and reorder point inventory reports. Identifies common inventory to be transferred to projects. Generates purchase requisitions to meet project (s) and production requirements, some of which may be complex.
Establishes ABC codes and order policies of parts. Monitors purchased parts and bulk items utilizing shortage reports, sales orders, purchase requests and work orders. Sets up min/max/reorder quantities for applicable parts. Analyzes and replenishes inventory utilizing Min-Max reports.
Reviews and analyzes cycle count results, and participates in resolution of inventory discrepancies.
Compiles various routine and non-routine inventory reports, some of which may be complex, using appropriate computer system(s) or hard copy documents. Maintains MRP system through planning data input, and maintains databases as required.
Assists in identifying future Hi-Time material requirements. May perform requirements computations to ensure adequate inventory levels.
Assists in the analysis and resolution of obsolete and excess inventory. Recommends solutions to ensure requirements are met. Reviews and approves unplanned issues from inventory.
May assist in determining stock level replenishment requirements for Kanban locations on the production floor or stockroom.
Assists with investigations and analysis of inventory activities.
Responds to routine verbal and written requests for information from internal sources.
May provide guidance and direction to less experienced staff.
Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
Other duties as assigned or required.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.
Job Qualifications:

Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and seven or more years progressive experience issuing, maintaining and monitoring supplies, tools, fixtures, dies and related devices.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance.
Must be customer focused and possess:
- Basic familiarity with office and inventory/stock control software
- Extensive knowledge of material handling equipment and hand, machine and measuring tools;
- Mechanical skills to maintain company and government owned tools, fixtures, dies and devices, investigate issues or problems and contribute to the solution of those issues or problems
- Skills to maintain the flow of work within the unit
- Interpersonal skills and written communication skills to interface with all levels of employees and outside representatives and to accurately document, report and present findings
- General mathematical skills.
The ability to work both independently and in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.

Salary:$60,670 - $90,198

Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Yes Clearance Level Secret Apply Now

“I wanted to continue my service and make a positive difference in the world. At GA, I can provide my friends, family, neighbors and current service members with the best products to keep them aware and safe at home and on the battlefield.”

– Jack O. Sr. Program Manager, USMC GA-ASI

“Working in Research and Development means every day is something new and exciting. It's always a challenge to test new materials to see if they behave as you expect. It's never boring.”

– Steven, Research & Development Engineer

"I like knowing that the projects I work on contribute to the defense of our country."

– Micah, Mechanical Engineer

“I work in the Components Engineering and Obsolescence Management Dept. Our efforts are saving General Atomics several millions of dollars by proactively leading and informing the company of all these decisions which significantly impact production, sustainment and new designs.”

– John, Staff Engineer