Inventory Analyst
Poway, California
Overview
Assemblers, Machinists, Material and Production Control, Composite Technicians, Coordinators, Planners and Stock Clerks. These are just a few of the Manufacturing positions we offer at General Atomics. As a Manufacturing team member, you will use high-tech machines, systems, equipment and tools to create and build our products.
Experience in handling composite materials, using CNC machines and software, reading blueprints and drawings and a general understanding of manufacturing prinicples and systems are all desirable qualifications.
Schedule: Full-Time Salary
Job Level: Entry-Level (0-2 years)
Travel: 0 - 25
Success Profile
What makes a successful Inventory Analyst at General Atomics? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Detail Oriented
- Team Player
- Results Driven
- Organized
- Productive
- Problem Solver
Job Summary
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
Under close direction, this position is responsible for maintaining and implementing programs, tools, policies and procedures regarding inventory management, control, monitoring, and practices to meet project and production requirements. Reviews, evaluates, and approves purchase requisitions, transfer of stock, shortages, and expedites. Interacts with employees and external customers, including purchasing, production planning, warehouse, contracts, engineering, and manufacturing to ensure project and production requirements are met on schedule and within budget. This position involves the exercise of independent judgment and discretion about matters of significance.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Reviews, evaluates and approves MRP requirements, purchase requisitions, and inventory transfers to ensure project and production requirements are met. Reviews cycle count results and resolves inventory discrepancies.
- Analyzes and resolves routine obsolete and excess inventory issues. Reviews and analyzes ABC codes and order policies of parts.
- Reviews and analyzes conflicts in supply and demand, and investigates as required. Presents findings to management.
- Develops reports and procedures for inventory monitoring and control. Coordinates with IT in developing inventory data collection reports.
- Maintains and implements inventory control programs to ensure project (s) and production requirements are met on time and within budget.
- Reviews inventory control policy and procedures, and makes recommendations for changes.
- Analyzes and maintains sufficient inventory levels to meet production, Hi-time and repair requirements, while maintaining inventory level in accordance with management guidelines.
- Analyzes cycles count results and investigates discrepancies outside the specific tolerances.
- Reviews and analyzes inventory issues and receipts transactions and safety stock requirements.
- Reviews and evaluates Economic Order Quantity calculation.
- Analyzes and processes inventory write off of inventory obsolescence.
- Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
- 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.
- Additional Functions: Other duties as assigned or required.
Job Qualifications:
- Typically requires a bachelor's degree in business administration or related field. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education.
- Must possess a basic understanding of inventory planning and control standards, practices, concepts, and principles, along with a basic knowledge of computer based manufacturing systems and MRP.
- Must be customer focused and possess:
- the ability to identify issues, analyze and interpret data and develop solutions to a variety of routine problems
- organization skills to maintain flow of work within the unit
- strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to interface with all levels of internal employees and external customers and to accurately document and report information
- the ability to initiate, plan, and manage projects
- The ability to work both independently and lead in a team environment is essential.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance is required.
Salary:$51,650 - $87,290
Benefits
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Competitive Pay
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Paid Time Off
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Healthcare
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Multiple product lines means a variety of work
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Pension, 401(k)/Retirement Plans
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Travel

“The people I work with and the great opportunities to grow are the reasons I look forward to coming to work every day.”– Ralph, Technician

“I enjoy working with good people and knowing I am helping our great military.”– Joe, Fabricator

“I chose General Atomics because I wanted to work in a challenging work environment.”– Tony, Composite Technician

“I'm excited to come to work because of the new projects and challenges.”– James, Quality Composite Inspector
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