Associate - Material Movement

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. We’re 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.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, you will perform Warehousing Operations for materials and components procured for space programs and development programs. This includes processing of Purchase Orders, stocking, weekly count verifications and distribution to manufacturing. You will also process the receipt and storage of non-production supplies. To do so, you are a proactive individual with excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills who thrive in a fast-paced environment.

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:

• Excellent customer service skills required
• Track and maintain all test stand critical spares inventory
• Maintain tool calibration process ensuring all tools are within specification
• Perform the receipt, unpacking and storing of incoming purchase orders
• Perform daily stocking activities
• Fulfillment of Work Order hardware & support equipment requirements
• Collect and prepare for the shipment of items
• Delivery of hardware, kits, or support equipment to various sites
• Perform weekly cycle counts
• Maintaining stocking areas to accommodate adjusting volumes and storage requirements as driven by production and development activity
• Finding opportunities for improvement in stocking and material handling processes
• Ensure 5S compliance
• Safely handle product with a forklift and/or pallet jack
• Maintain a culture of safety
• Strong attention to detail
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Demonstrated experience and ability to safely operate Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs), including forklifts, pallet jacks, and related equipment.
• Proven capability to perform acute, high‑attention tasks in fast‑paced warehouse environments while maintaining strict adherence to all safety protocols and OSHA standards.
• Ability to conduct pre‑operation inspections, follow established material‑handling procedures, and execute precise maneuvers in confined or high‑traffic areas.
• Experience with managing inventory
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
• A demeanor of best-in-class quality, attention to detail, and dedication
• Self-starter with the ability to remain productive with minimal supervision

Desired:

• A minimum of 1-2 years inventory control experience including handling, inventory and handling of upbeat systems, hazardous waste materials and raw metals
• Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, medical or military environments

Culture Statement

Don’t 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 you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t 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 U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s 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 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable am