Material Handler II
Listed on 2026-09-04
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Inventory Control & Analysis
ABOUT ROCKET LAB
Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity's reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move fast, build real hardware for meaningful missions, and make the impossible routine. Come shape the future with us.
SUPPLY CHAINRocket Lab's Supply Chain team is responsible for the flow of all materials, products, and components through the business. With many of our own products functioning as critical components to our own and our customers' missions, the Supply Chain team has a direct impact on the success of our rocket and satellite programs. They set up the assembly kits that enables our technicians to put together our Electron rockets, manage inventory, look after shipping and receiving, manage direct and indirect procurement, and inspect and ensure that all of our materials and products are compliant and up to standard.
They are the chain that links our teams together and are critical to our success.
Based onsite at Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Material Handler is tasked with all aspects of material management from receiving, putting into inventory, counting, and kitting, inwards and outwards goods. There are thousands of components that are used on Electron and millions of dollars of inventory that need to be received, stored, and kitted for production maintaining inventory accuracy through adherence to process, and customer satisfaction of just-in-time fulfillment makes an Inventory Coordinator a critical role in the 'last mile' of our supply chain.
WHATYOU'LL GET TO DO
- Receive inwards goods on a FIFO basis and ensure SOP's for processing of inwards goods are adhered to
- Ensure accurate and on time delivery of components and production kits in accordance with production & transfer order plans / priorities
- Ensure supply of Kanban materials to shop floor is sustained
- Raw material movements and replenishment
- Receive inwards goods on a FIFO basis and ensure SOP's for processing of inwards goods are adhered to
- Ensure accurate and on time delivery of components and production kits in accordance with production & transfer order plans / priorities
- Ensure SOP'S are followed, and stock point accuracy is maintained
- Participate in a daily cycle counting program.
- Ensure FIFO is managed and maintained to achieve appropriate stock rotation
- Maintain stock point accuracy and ensure LN accurately reflects actual stock movements. Investigating and resolving any discrepancies.
- Additional duties as reasonably required
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma and 1+ years of experience
- Proficient using Microsoft Products (Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point, Access)
- Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems
- Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree
- Experience in aerospace, automotive, or other heavy manufacturing
- Experience with control and tracking of serial, and lot controlled materials.
- Experience with ERP Systems
- Prior experience in high-paced, rapid growth environment
- Team oriented, strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment and to multiple deadlines
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently
This position may require prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, computer work, and occasional exposure to moderate levels of noise, dust, and fumes in production areas.
LEVEL AND BASE SALARYLevel and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
BASE SALARY AND BENEFITSBase salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Our comprehensive benefits package includes our industry-leading Employee Stock Purchase Program (with a 15% discount on company stock), top-tier medical plans (HMO, PPO, and a zero cost HDHP option with a significant HSA company contribution), dental and vision coverage, paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, flexible spending and dependent care accounts, paid parental leave, disability and…
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