Receiving Inspector (Starfall)

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 ofenabling human life on Mars.

RECEIVING INSPECTOR (STARFALL)

SpaceX is seeking exceptional employees to enable the success of its Starfall Dragon and Starship programs at the Bloomfield Connecticut site. The Receiving Inspector will receive inspect kit and ship the textiles hardware and related materials that the soft goods shop consumes and produces. This hybrid role combines receiving inspection inventory control and shipping including flight-critical and ordnance shipments. This role will have a close feedback loop with engineering production and the greater SpaceX team in our pursuit of making access to and from space as safe and reliable as possible.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Unpack incoming shipments; count weigh and measure against packing lists and bills of lading; transact the receipts print routing labels and place unverified or nonconforming material on hold/quarantine
• Validate part number quantity revision and condition against purchase orders quality clauses drawings and specifications; pull the correct drawing revision for the receipt
• Review quality documentation (certifications specifications certificates of conformance) for completeness; upload and maintain receiving records
• Inspect incoming materials using visual methods and calibrated tools (scales micrometers calipers as required) approve or reject items and document non-conformances
• Perform tension testing of thread and other textiles per procedure
• Fill requests for inventory from work orders: pick kit and deliver material to the correct shop-floor location maintaining lot/serial traceability and BOM accuracy; communicate material-preparedness status so production is not delayed
• Put away material in labeled bins and racks; de-kit unused material; receive finished goods from the floor; and keep physical locations and electronic scan locations accurate
• Control shelf-life lots where required
• Perform rotating cycle counts and inventory audits; reconcile discrepancies; and review location-accuracy / stagnant-inventory reports
• Prepare pack label weigh and stage outgoing shipments including flight-critical next-flight-out (NFO) and supplier returns; coordinate carrier pickup; maintain shipping-supply stock
• Handle ordnance and dangerous-goods shipments; obtain and maintain required certifications
• Interface with production engineering purchasing and carriers to resolve shortages damages and receipt discrepancies; create issue tickets as required
• Keep receiving inventory and shipping areas organized; follow FOD PPE traceability and material-handling procedures. Operate forklifts or pallet jacks per safety procedure when required

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 1 years of experience in receiving inspection inventory or material handling in a manufacturing environment

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience with an ERP/WMS (Warp or equivalent) and handheld/RF scanners
• Hazardous-materials or ordnance shipping certification or ability to obtain it
• Experience operating a forklift pallet jack or other powered industrial equipment
• Experience in aerospace textiles or soft goods
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel PowerPoint Word Outlook)
• Strong communication skills (written and oral)
• Proficiency in other languages (Spanish Portuguese Vietnamese)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to work long hours (10) and weekends/holidays as necessary
• Must be willing to work all shifts and overtime as needed
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods; lifting bending pushing and pulling are generally required
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Must be able to obtain and maintain certifications required to handle and ship ordnance and dangerous goods
• Must be able to travel to remote sites if required
• Ability to pass Space Force and Air Force background checks to support travel to Cape Canaveral and Vandenberg

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 ITAR here.

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