Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

 

This role is designed for Second Shift.

Summary

The Stockroom Supervisor’s primary responsibility is to lead and coordinate the stockroom, shipping, and receiving functions at one or more production facilities.

Position Responsibilities

Establish primary and bulk locations for new parts in the stockroomWork with planning and production control to ensure that work orders are pulled and available to be built on the production floor in support of the production planCoordinate filling of shortages when materials come inTake the lead in performing and reporting cycle countingResponsible for the daily output of the stockroom, shipping, and receiving in support of production, product development, and engineering projectsEnsure that all inventory transactions are processed in a timely mannerWork with Purchasing to resolve work order shortages. Monitors daily operations of a unit or sub-unitHelp coordinate implementation of engineering changes with Planning, Engineering and PurchasingSet priorities within the stockroom when necessary; Enforce stockroom security policyProvides immediate supervision to a unit or group of employees, assigning tasks, checking work at frequent intervals and maintain schedulesDirects subordinates to complete assignments using established guidelines, procedures & policiesOther duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

A High School diploma or GED equivalent is requiredA minimum of 5 -7 years of experience in supervising a stockroom is required or equivalent combination of education, training, and experiencePrior experience with inventory control, shipping and receiving is requiredAbility to write and implement material handling and control procedures is neededAbility to lead and mentor a small materials teamAbility to comprehend purchasing and inventory data in a computerized MRP systemKnowledge of safe material handling practices and the safe handling of electro-static sensitive devices (ESD)Ability to train others in the proper use of inventory control practices; track down and resolve inventory discrepanciesRequires full knowledge of own area of functional responsibility

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

APICS training and/or certification is desirableFamiliarity with electronics manufacturing is preferredPrior experience with Kan Ban, and “point of use” inventory control methods is also desirableFamiliarity with commercial electronics building practices and control methods desiredHas effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal and communication skillsMust be able to work with a minimum of supervisionUses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision-making style based on the situational circumstancesInspires, motivates and empowers people to deliver organizational goals, while also delivering value back to employeesBrings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness and the creation of a shared visionChampions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of changeDemonstrates the ability to develop and maintain internal and external trusting, professional relationships

Physical Demands

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment (Constant)Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Constant)Frequently lift and/or carry objects of small size between 2lbs and 5lbsFrequently required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and balanceOccasionally required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hearSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

The salary range for this role is:

$62,741 - $88,935

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.  For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply.  NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems.  Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship required