What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either, the Production Control Specialist 1 or Production Control Specialist 2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
Come join the best and brightest minds in the world at one of the most innovative and creative multidisciplinary research institutions engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The work we do at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) matters to our country and the world!
The Factory Operations team within the Weapons Production Directorate at Los Alamos National Laboratory (TRIAD) is looking for an exceptional Production Control Specialist to join the Material Resource Planning (MRP)/ Manufacturing Execution System (MES) Operations Team. We are seeking motivated candidates to fill a Production Control Specialist position to work in a manufacturing environment with an emphasis on electronic production planning, inventory control, and shop floor activities.
Production Control Specialist 1 Job Duties: The Production Control Specialist 1 (PCS 1) role is an entry level position within the Factory Operations Group MRP/MES team. The selected candidate(s) will have the opportunity to advance to a higher position after demonstrating basic working knowledge of MRP/MES and shop floor control duties.
Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Provide technical support for manufacturing process within the Pit Technologies (PT) division.
- Primarily handle record keeping in the Oracle Material Resource Planning system and the Solumina Manufacturing Execution System.
- Support part delivery and support in shop floor operations.
- Track progress of production floor activities using the MRP/MES suite.
- Provide visibility and insight for leadership in multiple organizations.
Production Control Specialist 2 Job Duties: In addition to the duties listed for Production Control Specialist 1, candidates at Production Control Specialist 2 will...
- Integrate with other production control, quality, operations, and product engineering personnel to perform production functions.
- Utilize MRP and MES systems to plan, transact, and perform shop floor functions.
- Work with all levels of personnel to status work in process (WIP).
- Troubleshoot and create innovative solutions to shop floor and business process issues.
- Collect and analyze data that will support management in making the best possible business decisions given limited information and various unknowns.
Salary Range: While the posted salary range for this position is broad, it is highly unusual for selected applicants to be hired at the top end of the range and more common for selected candidates to grow into the full salary band over time.
- Production Control Specialist 1: $60,500 to $93,600
- Production Control Specialist 2: $72,800 to $115,400
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What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements: Applicants must submit a comprehensive resume reflective of relevant experience that addresses the minimum job requirements and desired qualifications of the position below for full consideration.
- Education/Experience for Production Control Specialist 1: Position requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
- Education/Experience for Production Control Specialist 2: Position requires 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
- Functionality:
- Broad knowledge of configuration management, change control, and release management processes.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of production planning and scheduling methods.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of shop floor management and control practices.
- Demonstrated adherence to manufacturing policies, programs, procedures, and practices.
- Material Management:
- Demonstrated ability to manage material in accordance with applicable quality assurance and industry standards.
- Computing/Business Systems:
- Above average computer skills and demonstrated experience with Inventory Control, Material Tracking systems, and various software suites, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
- Communication and Customer Service:
- Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to provide clear, concise support and guidance to others in sometimes stressful situations.
- Experience interacting professionally with all types of personnel, including external interfaces and executive management.
- Demonstrated experience and excellence in interacting and communicating both written and orally with customers in a customer service-related setting.
- Ability to proactively work to assist others in achieving the organization's objectives.
- Ability to communicate findings and make recommendations.
- Ability to foster a respectful and inclusive work environment free from discrimination and harassment.
- Organizational Skills:
- Possess high attention to detail including strong organizational skills, analytical thinking, observational skills, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to multi-task effectively in a fast-paced and adjust to the workings of a dynamic mission-driven environment.
- Ability to organize storage areas, workflows, and material staging to support efficient operations.
- Safety and Compliance:
- Ability to maintain safety and security compliance as a primary responsibility.
- Ability to complete required safety and security training and integrates safety into all tasks, including taking appropriate action to stop work if conditions are unsafe or compromise security.
- Ability to adhere to warehouse, storage, and handling procedures, as well as applicable chemical and material handling requirements.
- Additional Knowledge/Skills:
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
- Familiarity with logistics and production planning concepts (e.g., just-in-time, materials requirement planning).
- Experience managing material in a nuclear environment.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Non-HRP Green Strap.
Desired Qualifications:
- Sound knowledge of resource planning and optimization practices as well as multi-organization resource integration processes.
- Knowledge of industry, regulatory, or Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) complex codes, standards, and criteria pertinent to the particular discipline.
- Experience working as a member of a multidisciplinary team of system analysts, software developers, system administrators, and professional staff.
- An active DOE Q-level clearance.
Essential Job Functions: The ability to lift and carry 30 lbs. and the ability to climb and descend stairs multiple times throughout the workday.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Work Schedule: This position may/will require 24/7 coverage, which could/will involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for the shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High-Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50-mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2: Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
- Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to
[email protected] or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
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