Inventory Specialist (Operations Support Specialist 2)
- Req. Number: IRC146720
- Organization : SIGMA-OPS/SIGMA Operations
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Salary: $72,800 - $115,400
What You Will Doy115400What You Will Do
Sigma-Ops is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Operations Support Specialist 2 to support the Sigma Foundry Team through hands-on inventory management, procurement, and workplace organization. This role is essential to ensuring programmatic personnel have the materials, supplies, and organized workspaces needed to safely and efficiently complete their work.
The successful candidate will maintain a consistent presence on the Foundry floor, anticipate team needs, and take ownership of inventory and housekeeping. This position requires comfort working in a manufacturing environment, including designated radiological and non-radiological areas, while following applicable safety and security requirements. The selected candidate will report to the Sigma Foundry Team Leader for day-to-day tasking and supervision.
Specific duties of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Operations Support Specialist 2 ($72,800 -$115,400)
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Desired Qualifications:
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 2 year.
Note to Applicants: For full consideration, submit a comprehensive cover letter and resume detailing how you meet the minimum and desired job skills.
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:
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.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
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 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 applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
Sigma-Ops is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive Operations Support Specialist 2 to support the Sigma Foundry Team through hands-on inventory management, procurement, and workplace organization. This role is essential to ensuring programmatic personnel have the materials, supplies, and organized workspaces needed to safely and efficiently complete their work.
The successful candidate will maintain a consistent presence on the Foundry floor, anticipate team needs, and take ownership of inventory and housekeeping. This position requires comfort working in a manufacturing environment, including designated radiological and non-radiological areas, while following applicable safety and security requirements. The selected candidate will report to the Sigma Foundry Team Leader for day-to-day tasking and supervision.
Specific duties of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Operations Support Specialist 2 ($72,800 -$115,400)
- Manage Foundry inventory, including critical spare parts, PPE, and consumables; monitor stock levels and initiate replenishment before shortages impact work.
- Receive, track, and organize materials to ensure inventory is accurate, accessible, and appropriately maintained.
- Maintain Foundry-owned areas through hands-on organization, housekeeping, and coordination of excess material salvage or rehoming.
- Work directly with programmatic personnel to anticipate needs, resolve supply gaps, and support daily readiness.
- Identify inventory discrepancies and process improvement opportunities; maintain accurate records and follow established safety, security, and work processes.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Knowledge of inventory management and procurement processes.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through.
- Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and execute established processes.
- Ability and willingness to perform hands-on work in an industrial environment while following applicable safety and security requirements.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft 365.
Desired Qualifications:
- Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, or Human Performance Improvement (HPI).
- Experience with Oracle and iExpense.
- Experience supporting inventory, procurement, or material control in a manufacturing, laboratory, or technical environment.
- Active Q clearance.
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 2 year.
Note to Applicants: For full consideration, submit a comprehensive cover letter and resume detailing how you meet the minimum and desired job skills.
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 maternity 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.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
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 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 applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
