Material Handler II

ABOUT ROCKET LAB

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 space. The rockets and satellites we build, and launch enable some of the most ambitious and vital space missions globally, supporting scientific exploration, Earth observation and missions to combat climate change, national security, and exciting new technology demonstrations.  

Our Electron rocket has become the second most frequently launched U.S. rocket annually and has delivered more than 230 satellites to orbit, all while we work to develop Neutron, our upcoming medium-lift, reusable launch vehicle for larger constellation deployment. Our Space Systems business designs and builds our extensive line of satellites, payloads, and their components, including spacecraft that have been selected to support NASA missions to the Moon and Mars and components used on the James Webb Space Telescope. 

SPACE SYSTEMS

Rocket Lab’s Space Systems team is responsible for every satellite and satellite component made by Rocket Lab: from complete satellites destined for missions to the Moon and Mars, to the individual components and subsystems that make up a satellite like solar panels, flight software, reaction wheels and star trackers, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space Systems team is made up of engineers, technicians, and designers who design, create, and put together our own satellites for missions across the commercial, government, and defense sectors, or who build and assemble satellite hardware and software that supports other satellite missions.

MATERIAL HANDLER II

Based onsite at Rocket Lab's Albuquerque, NM facility the Material Handler II will join our shipping and receiving department and be responsible for activities related to the receiving, storing, and/or shipping of materials or finished product.

WHAT YOU'LL GET TO DO:

• Ensure materials are received from proper vendors and delivered to inventory
• Ensuring finished goods are packaged according to specifications and shipped in a timely manner
• Review receipts of all materials to ensure purchase orders are open and the quality of materials received is correct
• Ensure the security and accountability of materials and goods with inventory control
• Ensure materials are available to meet production schedules and/or products are shipped as per marketing schedules
• Establish and modify operational methods and procedures
• Act as an advisor to unit or sub-units and become actively involved, as required, to meet schedules and resolve problems
• Perform the physical or administrative tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, storing, and distributing of materials, parts, supplies, and equipment
• Unpack and check goods received against packing list or invoices
• Maintain records of received goods and reject unsatisfactory items
• Lift heavy items and operate a forklift (once certified)
• Post weights and shipping charges, and prepare goods for final shipment
• Examine, stock, and distribute materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines
• Prepare kitting packages for assembly production
• Deliver material to end users as required
• Handle hazardous material in accordance with company procedures

YOU'LL BRING THESE QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1+ years of related experience in shipping and receiving
• High school diploma or GED equivalent

THESE QUALIFICATIONS WOULD BE NICE TO HAVE:

• International shipping experience a plus
• 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
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand the English language
• Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance
• Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
• Familiarity with freight carriers such as FedEx, UPS, DHL, and common truck carriers
• Experience in a customer service environment 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Occasionally required to stand and walk
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• Note: this is a warehouse environment, but you must be able to gown up in a bunny suit and conform to Class 1000 Cleanroom protocol as required

 

WHAT TO EXPECT 

We’re on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth, but that’s not an easy task. It takes hard work, determination, relentless innovation, teamwork, grit, and an unwavering commitment to achieving what others often deem impossible. Our people out-think, out-work and out-pace. We pride ourselves on having each other’s backs, checking our egos at the door, and rolling up our sleeves on all tasks big and small. We thrive under pressure, work to tight deadlines, and our focus is always on how we can deliver, rather than dwelling on the challenges that stand in the way.   

Important information:

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN US OFFICES ONLY:

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Rocket Lab Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable. Learn more about ITAR here.

Rocket Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment at Rocket Lab, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for the application/interview process for a job in the United States should contact Giulia Johnson at g.biow@rocketlabusa.com.This dedicated resource is intended solely to assist job seekers with disabilities whose disability prevents them from being able to apply/interview. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

 

FOR CANDIDATES SEEKING TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND OFFICES ONLY:

For security reasons background checks will be undertaken prior to any employment offers being made to an applicant.  These checks will include nationality checks as it is a requirement of this position that you be eligible to access equipment and data regulated by the United States' International Traffic in Arms Regulations. 

Under these Regulations, you may be ineligible for this role if you do not hold citizenship of Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the European Union or a country that is part of NATO, or if you hold ineligible dual citizenship or nationality.  For more information on these Regulations, click here ITAR Regulations.