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Material Handler II

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rocketlab logoRocketlab · Albuquerque, NM
Full-timeOn-site1mo ago
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ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more - all with the goal of opening access to space. The rockets and satellites we build and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations. Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. SPACE SYSTEMS Rocket Lab's Space Systems team is responsible for every satellite and satellite component made by Rocket Lab: from complete satellites destined for missions to the Moon and Mars, to the individual components and subsystems that make up a satellite like solar panels, flight software, reaction wheels and star trackers, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team is made up of engineers, technicians, and designers who design, create, and put together our own satellites for missions across the commercial, government, and defense sectors, or who build and assemble satellite hardware and software that supports other satellite missions. MATERIAL HANDLER II Based onsite at Rocket Lab's Albuquerque, NM facility the Material Handler II will join our shipping and receiving department and be responsible for activities related to the receiving, storing, and/or shipping of materials or finished product. WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO: Ensure materials are received from proper vendors and delivered to inventory Ensuring finished goods are packaged according to specifications and shipped in a timely manner Review receipts of all materials to ensure purchase orders are open and the quality of materials received is correct Ensure the security and accountability of materials and goods with inventory control Ensure materials are available to meet production schedules and/or products are shipped as per marketing schedules Establish and modify operational methods and procedures Act as an advisor to unit or sub-units and become actively involved, as required, to meet schedules and resolve problems Perform the physical or administrative tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, storing, and distributing of materials, parts, supplies, and equipment Unpack and check goods received against packing list or invoices Maintain records of received goods and reject unsatisfactory items Lift heavy items and operate a forklift (once certified) Post weights and shipping charges, and prepare goods for final shipment Examine, stock, and distribute materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines Prepare kitting packages for assembly production Deliver material to end users as required Handle hazardous material in accordance with company procedures YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS: 1+ years of related experience in shipping and receiving High school diploma or GED equivalent THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE: International shipping experience a plus Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Ability to work on multiple tasks Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the English language Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. Familiarity with freight carriers such as FedEx, UPS, DHL, and common truck carriers Experience in a customer service environment ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Occasionally required to stand and walk Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate Note: this is a warehouse environment, but you must be able to gown up in a bunny suit and conform to Class 1000 Cleanroom protocol as required


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