Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

 

Summary

The Production Control Clerk III performs clerical tasks in the production control function. One coordinates and controls work orders released to Production as well as goods moving back and forth between Production and Flight Team.

Position Responsibilities

Executes material repair orders when necessary to move product from SMRB to the repair work cellCoordinates and alleviates identified work order part shortages by working closely with Purchasing, Quality and Production PlannersUpdates and prioritizes the rework board in the production area, coordinating with production plannersProactively monitors and expedites identified shortage parts that are in ‘inspection' status, through quality, stockroom and onto work orders that are waiting for shortage partsWorks with the production leads to help move urgent product from one cell to another or through the stockroomIssues items in a timely manner to work orders that are being collected and processed in the sell-off areaNotifies planners in a timely manner of rejected, identified shortage parts or rejected production buildsWorks with Quality to ensure identified shortage parts do not sit in SMRB for an extraordinarily long periodMaintains a clean and safe work environmentWorks on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgement in resolving issues. Follows established procedures on routine work and may require instruction on new assignmentsOther duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

High School diploma or GED Equivalent is requiredMinimum of 2 –4 years of experience in a production environment or equivalent combination of education, training, and experienceExperienced working with MRP systems, material planning, inventory control and the generation and maintenance of work orders is requiredDemonstrated knowledge of computerized MRP systems is criticalExperienced in and understands inventory control methods and production control techniques is essentialExperienced inputting and maintaining demand in a computerized MRP systemDemonstrated understanding of Bills of Material structuresHas strong computer operation skills as well as proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Demonstrated competency in making decisions and formulating / executing alternative plans when the need arises

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

Any APICS training and/or certification is desirable, especially as it pertains to inventory control and material planningHas substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasksStrong analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail and strong sense of urgency to meet scheduleDemonstrates strong oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with employees in the CompanyReceives little instructions on daily work and general instructions on newly introduced assignmentsMust be able to work closely with the Planning, Purchasing and Production departmentsAble to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of dutiesDisplays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectivesTakes ownership and responsibility for current and past work productsIs committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the companyFocuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests

Physical Demands

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment (Constant)Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Constant)Frequently lift and/or carry objects of small size between 2lbs and 5lbsFrequently required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and balanceOccasionally required to reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hearSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

The salary range for this role is:

$20 - $29

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits:  AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.  For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:  http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Principals only need apply.  NO agencies please.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty – and succeed.

What We Do

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems.  Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

U.S. Citizenship required