Production Control Specialist 1/2
- Req. Number: IRC139633
- Organization : DP-5/ Detonator Production-Production Integration Office
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Recruiter Name: Lujan, Oscar Rene
- Recruiter Email: olujan@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either the Production Control Specialist level 1 or level 2, 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.
DP (Detonator Production) Division is the premier Production Agency (PA) assigned to produce WR (War Reserve) detonators for the Nation's nuclear stockpile security mission.
The Division is part of LANL's Weapons Production Directorate, and is comprised of a team of motivated, highly-skilled technical and operational support staff working in an integrated format. The organization is centered on high-rigor manufacturing operations to produce precision, safe and reliable WR detonator products. DP partners closely with customers and stakeholders such as NNSA (National Nuclear Security Administration), Weapon System Design Agencies (LANL, Sandia, and Livermore), and LANL program management orgs to deliver on uniquely challenging, high-consequence National security objectives. DP upholds vigorous teamwork, personal integrity, respectful workplace, and continuous improvement in operations, technical excellence, safety and security.
Find out more about the Detonator Production Division: Internal & External: https://detonators.lanl.gov/
Production Controls Specialist 1 ($59,200-$91,600)
In this role, the selected candidates will assist in effectively and compliantly managing inventory materials for DP.This is a vital part of ensuring manufacturing deliverables are met. You will utilze inventory management systems to maintain and verify inventory. Ensure items are stored on shelves and organized in a manner that will ensure expeditious item retrieval. Will assist in locating, pulling and staging material. Ensure material pulled is the correct material for end use application and complies with applicable codes and standards. Ensure material is controlled, defined storage levels are met, shelf-life enforcement, accuracy of inventory records, and maintenance or special handling of quality-affecting items.
Production Controls Specialist 2 ($71,200-$112,900)
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level the selected candidates should have knowledge of relevant Laboratory policies, procedures, and standards. Knowledge of inventory management and control practices. These candidates will contribute to the resolutions of problems of moderately complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Assures safety and security compliance, maintains required safety and security training, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop or pause work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security. General knowledge of supply chain management and resource management practices.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Inventory Management: Demonstrated knowledge of production, inventory control, and procurement applications of production/inventory control methods, and application of technology aided tools to conventional and non-conventional programmatic and operations-based production/inventory control problems.
Inventory planning and control: Demonstrated expereince in production and inventory control and planning methods. Experience performing warehouse/ inventory related functions. Knowledge of resource planning and optimization practices as well as multi-organization resource integration processes
Policy & Procedure implementation and adherance: Demonstrated use of formal procedures, standards and guidelines.
Customer service: Experience supporting internal and external customers
Communication: Demonstrated skill with both written and oral communication. Able to communicate utilizing tact, diplomacy, discretion, and attention to detail.
Federal regulations knowledge: Demonstrated experience with industry, regulatory, or Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) complex codes, standards, and criteria pertinent to the particular engineering discipline.
Supply Chain Management: Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain management and resource management practices.
Additional Job Requirements for Production Control Specialist 2:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
Procurement knowledge: Demonstrated experience performing procurement related functions in a fast paced, highly regulated environment with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Policies and Procedure Application: Demonstrated ability to comply with policies, and specifically relating to inventory processes and procedures of weapons related items and weapons quality. Experience working with records tracking and inventory database systems.
Education/Experience at Production Control Specialist 1: Position requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
Education/Experience at Production Control Specialist 2: Position requires 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
Desired Qualifications:
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.
For full consideration, applicants must submit a comprehensive resume that addresses the key requirements of the position.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
This position will be filled at either the Production Control Specialist level 1 or level 2, 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.
DP (Detonator Production) Division is the premier Production Agency (PA) assigned to produce WR (War Reserve) detonators for the Nation's nuclear stockpile security mission.
The Division is part of LANL's Weapons Production Directorate, and is comprised of a team of motivated, highly-skilled technical and operational support staff working in an integrated format. The organization is centered on high-rigor manufacturing operations to produce precision, safe and reliable WR detonator products. DP partners closely with customers and stakeholders such as NNSA (National Nuclear Security Administration), Weapon System Design Agencies (LANL, Sandia, and Livermore), and LANL program management orgs to deliver on uniquely challenging, high-consequence National security objectives. DP upholds vigorous teamwork, personal integrity, respectful workplace, and continuous improvement in operations, technical excellence, safety and security.
Find out more about the Detonator Production Division: Internal & External: https://detonators.lanl.gov/
Production Controls Specialist 1 ($59,200-$91,600)
In this role, the selected candidates will assist in effectively and compliantly managing inventory materials for DP.This is a vital part of ensuring manufacturing deliverables are met. You will utilze inventory management systems to maintain and verify inventory. Ensure items are stored on shelves and organized in a manner that will ensure expeditious item retrieval. Will assist in locating, pulling and staging material. Ensure material pulled is the correct material for end use application and complies with applicable codes and standards. Ensure material is controlled, defined storage levels are met, shelf-life enforcement, accuracy of inventory records, and maintenance or special handling of quality-affecting items.
Production Controls Specialist 2 ($71,200-$112,900)
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level the selected candidates should have knowledge of relevant Laboratory policies, procedures, and standards. Knowledge of inventory management and control practices. These candidates will contribute to the resolutions of problems of moderately complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Assures safety and security compliance, maintains required safety and security training, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop or pause work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security. General knowledge of supply chain management and resource management practices.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Inventory Management: Demonstrated knowledge of production, inventory control, and procurement applications of production/inventory control methods, and application of technology aided tools to conventional and non-conventional programmatic and operations-based production/inventory control problems.
Inventory planning and control: Demonstrated expereince in production and inventory control and planning methods. Experience performing warehouse/ inventory related functions. Knowledge of resource planning and optimization practices as well as multi-organization resource integration processes
Policy & Procedure implementation and adherance: Demonstrated use of formal procedures, standards and guidelines.
Customer service: Experience supporting internal and external customers
Communication: Demonstrated skill with both written and oral communication. Able to communicate utilizing tact, diplomacy, discretion, and attention to detail.
Federal regulations knowledge: Demonstrated experience with industry, regulatory, or Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) complex codes, standards, and criteria pertinent to the particular engineering discipline.
Supply Chain Management: Demonstrated knowledge of supply chain management and resource management practices.
Additional Job Requirements for Production Control Specialist 2:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
Procurement knowledge: Demonstrated experience performing procurement related functions in a fast paced, highly regulated environment with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Policies and Procedure Application: Demonstrated ability to comply with policies, and specifically relating to inventory processes and procedures of weapons related items and weapons quality. Experience working with records tracking and inventory database systems.
Education/Experience at Production Control Specialist 1: Position requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
Education/Experience at Production Control Specialist 2: Position requires 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
Desired Qualifications:
- Ability to lift 40lbs
- Forklift Certified
- Commerical Drivers Lisence
- Experience with Asset Suites software
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.
For full consideration, applicants must submit a comprehensive resume that addresses the key requirements of the position.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
