Logistics & Inventory Assistant

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 rockethas 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.

ABOUT SUPPLY CHAIN AT ROCKET LAB

Rocket Labs 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 are the chain that links our teams together and are critical to our success.

WHAT YOULL GET TO DO:

As a Logistics and Inventory Assistant you will handle parts and raw materials right from the point that they enter our Warkworth Composites Complex through to their storage in Inventory and eventual issuance to the work centres that require them. You will work together with teams across the globe to ensure that completed components are prepared for export in a timely and accurate fashion. We are looking for an organised team player who likes to be on their feet someone that takes pride in their work is versatile and able to lend a hand to meet tight deadlines.

Days of work:Monday- Friday (Standard business hours)

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOULL HAVE:

Essential Attributes:

• Previous experience in a stores environment handling both inwards and outwards goods.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills to ensure inventory accuracy and timely delivery of components.
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Proven experience working under pressure and prioritizing effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• A positive and proactive working attitude supporting internal teams and contributing to shared goals.
• A team player mindset with excellent communication skills to build strong working relationships.

Desirable Attributes:

• Hands-on experience with integrated ERP systems.
• Experience within the manufacturing automotive or aviation industries.
• Experience operating a forklift and a valid forklift license

WHAT TO EXPECT

Were on a mission to unlock the potential of space to improve life on Earth but thats 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 others 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 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 hereITAR Regulations.