Material Flow Technician - Level 4

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MATERIAL FLOW TECHNICIAN - LEVEL 4

Material Flow Technicians serve as subject matter experts in material flow fabrication. They lead complex fabrication projects, develop and own engineering documentation packages, and drive innovative solutions to difficult material flow challenges. This role requires advanced proficiency in welding, CNC, and adaptive fabrication techniques while partnering directly with Material Flow Engineers on new designs. Level 4 Technicians work independently, develop fabrication standards, and train others to proficiency in their assigned areas.

• Lead complex fabrication projects from concept through implementation with minimal engineering support
• Serve as a subject matter expert in welding, CNC machining, and adaptive fabrication for material flow equipment and infrastructure
• Create, revise, and own complete engineering documentation packages, including drawings and fabrication instructions
• Develop and implement innovative fabrication solutions to solve challenging material flow problems
• Partner directly with Material Flow Engineers on new designs and process improvements
• Develop fabrication standards and best practices for the team
• Create and deliver fabrication training modules; train new and existing technicians to Level 3 proficiency
• Own high-impact fabrication projects end-to-end, including project leadership fundamentals and execution
• Provide technical guidance and surge support across receiving, put-away, picking, shipping, and production coordination as needed
• Maintain high inventory accuracy and ensure proper disposition of obsolete material during new cell and process implementations
• Maintain all required certifications on equipment and processes

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 3+ years of experience in material flow, fabrication, and industrial process improvement
• 3+ years of professional MIG welding experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment

• TIG welding experience
• AWS Certified Welding certification (GMAW/MIG process)
• Experience operating heavy material handling equipment, including forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and telehandlers
• Advanced welding & CNC certification
• Strong experience creating and revising engineering documentation and drawings
• Proven ability to lead complex fabrication projects independently
• Experience developing fabrication standards and training others
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience reading and interpreting CAD drawings

• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and across shifts as needed
• Ability to stand for extended periods – 8+ hours
• Must be available for overtime, all shifts, and weekend work as the schedule varies depending on site operational needs; flexibility is required
• Stand:
  Up to 6 hours per day
• Sit:
  Up to 3 hours per day
• Push/Pull:
  Up to 75lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
• Overhead reach:
  Up to 1 hour per day
• Walk:
  Up to 6 hours per day
• Lift/Carry:
  Up to 50lbs. (unassisted) 2 hours or longer per day
• Climb (ladder/stairs): up to 1 hour per day
• Kneel/Crouch: up to 1 hour per day
• Upper body twist:
  Up to 6 hours per day
• Ability to work in temperatures over 80 degrees: 30 minutes or less per day
• Candidate must be capable of safely working at heights (up to 500ft), in confined spaces, using an air purifying respirator, and performing the physical requirements of the job listed in the job description
• Candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and/or physical to confirm these capabilities, which may include a medical history review

• 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.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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