Inventory Specialist
Poway, CaliforniaOverview
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 Hourly
Job Level: Entry-Level (0-2 years)
Travel: 0 - 25
Success Profile
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- 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 general supervision, this position is responsible for monitoring inventory levels and assisting in the management of government property disposal material. May maintain centralized document control center for all accountable transactions and total visibility of assets. Participates in maintaining inputs to inventory systems. Reviews and complies with government property disposal requirements. Participates in transfer of stock, tracks shortages, and expedites as required.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Reviews material and assesses demilitarization codes to remain in compliance with DCMA disposal guidelines.
- Assists in establishing 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. May analyze and replenish inventory utilizing Min-Max reports.
- Coordinates with vendors as well as internal and external customers regarding disposition of disposal material.
- May coordinate 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.
- Reviews cycle count results, and may assist in resolving inventory discrepancies.
- Compiles various routine inventory reports 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.
- Assists in the analysis and resolution of obsolete and excess inventory. Recommends solutions to ensure requirements are met. Reviews 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.
- Input and maintain data within the assigned Government Property database
- Responds to routine verbal and written requests for information from internal sources.
- 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 high school diploma or equivalent and two or more years of related experience in inventory planning and control. Additional education may be substituted in lieu of experience.
- Must have a general understanding of inventory planning and control concepts and principles and a working knowledge of computer-based manufacturing systems and MRP.
- Must be customer focused and possess:
- the ability to identify and analyze issues and interpret data
- good 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 to accurately document and report
- basic knowledge of computer operations, applications, word processing, and spreadsheets
- the ability to obtain forklift license, to include narrow aisle reach and standup forklifts
- must be able to work in a warehouse environment and stand for long periods of time
- The ability to work both independently and in a team, environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required.
Salary:$48,160 - $71,598
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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