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Specialist Production Control II Blue Ring A Shift

Blue Origin


Job Location:

Huntsville, AL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 31 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 28 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were working to develop reusable safe and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety collaboration and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain Test Operations Safety Quality and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise leadership skills and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Standing up the production control and inventory management infrastructure for a new manufacturing facility receiving workflows stockroom layout WIP staging areas kitting processes and material flow paths

Evaluating the manufacturing schedule and coordinating material availability to meet build requirements across prototype development and production hardware

Preparing and releasing work orders based on the master production schedule shop load and inventory requirements; reconciling and closing orders upon completion

Providing detailed status of work in progress material availability and constraints to production leadership and program scheduling

Implementing material stocking strategies on production lines monitoring controlling and maintaining proper floor stock levels; serving as custodian of inventory accuracy

Scheduling and expediting the movement of parts via move orders stock transfers and shipping requests across work centers and between facilities

Working cross-functionally with procurement receiving quality and production to expedite material shortages and resolve part discrepancies

Monitoring the flow and velocity of jobs through the production line; partnering with production supervisors to ensure work completes on time to schedule

Entering material transactions in the ERP system receipts issues transfers scrap and consumption; maintaining transaction accuracy and audit trail

Monitoring the disposition velocity of MRB and stranded material; coordinating with quality to clear hold inventory

Preparing for conducting and reconciling cycle counts; investigating and resolving inventory discrepancies

Processing scrap and obsolete inventory from WIP locations as required; maintaining clean and accurate inventory records

Coordinating interdepartmental activity with warehouse inspection quality operations purchasing engineering logistics and program management

Minimum Qualifications:

4 years of experience in production control inventory management or supply chain operations in a manufacturing environment

Experience with Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) systems and ERP-based work order management

Experience with activities related to production planning scheduling or material coordination

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and bills of material (BOMs)

Strong understanding of inventory control principles cycle counting material transactions floor stock management and WIP tracking

Experience working cross-functionally with production quality procurement and engineering teams

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word Outlook); strong Excel skills for tracking and analysis

Strong organizational skills attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Good written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate or bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Industrial Technology Business or related discipline

Experience standing up production control processes for a new program or new facility not just maintaining an existing system

Experience in aerospace turbomachinery or precision industrial hardware manufacturing

Knowledge of backflush processes and consumption-based material management

Familiarity with continuous improvement tools: Lean Six Sigma value stream mapping 5S and kaizen

Experience with ERP systems such as SAP Oracle Plex or similar in a manufacturing context

Experience with receiving inspection coordination and supplier delivery management

Familiarity with AS9100 or equivalent quality management systems as they relate to material traceability and lot control

Strong math and analytical skills for inventory reconciliation and shortage analysis

Culture Statement

Dont meet all desired requirements Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

  • Required for all positions: Blues Standard Background Check

  • Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

  • Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding) Road Test Hours of Service Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only) vehicle inspection requirements CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

  • Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

  • Benefits include: Medical dental vision basic and supplemental life insurance paid parental leave short and long-term disability 401(k) with a company match of up to 5% and an Education Support Program.

  • Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

  • Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

  • Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting retaining and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications performance and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust equality and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire promotion and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin/ethnicity age physical or mental disability genetic factors military/veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by federal state and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal state and local laws including the Washington Fair Chance Act the California Fair Chance Act the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance and other applicable laws. For more information on Know Your Rights please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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Required Experience:

IC


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Blue Origin was founded by Jeff Bezos with the vision of enabling a future where millions of people are living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.

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