Driver, Delivery, Transportation

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.

Rocket Lab’s Supply Chain team is responsible for the flow of all materials, products, and components through the business, directly impacting the success of our rocket and satellite programs. The team sets up assembly kits that enable technicians to put together Electron and Neutron rockets, manages inventory, shipping and receiving, and ensures all materials and products are compliant and up to standard.

Based onsite at Rocket Lab's global headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Driver will join the shipping and receiving department. In this role, you will be responsible for activities related to the movement of materials or finished goods throughout Southern California, as well as our Long Beach facility.

• Ensure the security and accountability of materials and goods to and from local business partners (within a 120‑mile radius) performing work for Rocket Lab
• Ensure materials are available to meet production schedules and/or products are shipped as per sales/marketing schedules
• Establish and modify operational methods and procedures as necessary
• Perform the physical or administrative tasks involved in the distribution of materials, parts, supplies, and equipment to local business partners and all Rocket Lab sites
• Lift heavy items and operate a forklift (once certified)
• Safely deliver and pick up material to and from local business partners and deliver to end users
• Handle hazardous material in accordance with company procedures
• Ensure traceability of all material and goods being transported through the use of ERP system and handheld devices
• Drive material and goods between business partners and Rocket Lab owned warehouses locally
• Track material and goods within Rocket Lab tracking system as they travel
• Communicate status of deliveries of material and goods as they travel
• Assist with urgent requests relating directly to our ability to meet production schedules and/or ship product as per sales/marketing schedules
• Adhere to all local and state driving laws, company safety policies, and ensure safe handling of all materials
• Interact professionally with suppliers and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders
• Address and resolve any issues that arise during pickups or deliveries promptly and effectively

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and 1+ year(s) of experience, with some experience driving company owned vehicles
• Valid driver’s license with no history of suspensions

• Material handling experience preferred
• Experience with heavy equipment (sit down and stand up forklifts) preferred
• Moderate to extensive experience driving large vehicles, such as Sprinter van, 22 foot Box truck, stake bed
• Related experience in shipping and receiving preferred
• 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
• Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance
• Ability to deal with variable situations and make good decisions based on business needs
• Familiarity with freight carriers such as Fed Ex, UPS, DHL, and common truck carriers
• Experience in a customer service environment

Base Pay Range (CA Only)

$21.54 - $26.92 USD

Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company…