Senior Material Flow Process Technician

Company Overview

At Performance Drone Works (PDW), we're at the forefront of creating custom small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) for the modern warfighter. PDW is proudly American owned, with all design, engineering, and manufacturing of our products taking place domestically.

Role

PDW is seeking a Senior Material Flow Process Technician to join our team, to support our material flow and inventory management program. This role plays a critical role in receiving, inspecting, issuing, and maintaining material both systematically in the ERP system and physically in the warehouse and production operation to optimize efficiency and own material flow standards.

As a Senior Material Flow Process Technician, you will ensure process and procedures are followed to ensure inventory accuracy and efficient material flow. The ideal candidate will have experience including picking, kitting, work order material issuance, repack, delivery processes, standard work creation, material flow, layout storage organization, systems knowledge, and will play a pivotal role in shaping and operating PDW's manufacturing material flow operations for multiple best-in-class sUAS products.

A solid understanding of ERP material movement, inventory accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment with excellent critical thinking skills and will be instrumental shaping and operating PDW's manufacturing material flow operations for multiple best-in-class sUAS products.

What You'll Do

• Lead development of efficient material flow processes with collaboration of internal stakeholders in production operations including subassembly, final assembly, RMA, Rework, Fulfillment, and assets for flight test. Evaluate workstation layouts for material point to maximize efficiency, accessibility, and ergonomics
• Ownership of training materials and training on facility material flow processes and standards with responsibility for ongoing sustainment
• Kitting materials for work orders to support production in a multi-assembly operation combined with capturing time studies and elemental breakdowns to identify efficiency improvement opportunities physically or systematically
• Repacking incoming materials with evaluation of material storage containers with identification and implementation of solutions to support space optimization and ESD sensitive components to prevent handling damage
• Perform receive and put-away transactions into ERP system (NetSuite) and collaborate with supply chain and finance on any discrepancies for timely resolution
• Perform cycle counting maintaining accurate inventory and transactions with critical thinking capability to problem solve and perform Root Cause Analysis on inventory accuracy discrepancies
• Demonstrate a high proficiency with company's ERP system (NetSuite) for kitting, receiving, and work order transactions and identify systematic efficiency opportunities
• Work with external and internal vendors to resolve paperwork discrepancies to support work order transactions and receiving process with an advanced understanding of ERP with an emphasis on material movement and consumption.
• Participate in the Material Review Board (MRB) and dispositioning of material and partner with Quality, Supply Chain, and suppliers.
• Participate in NPI and Engineering Changes to ensure material flow readiness for systematic and physical aspects required

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing environment
• Material flow experience evaluating efficiency, layouts, and material storage with familiarity on receiving, kitting, work orders, and inventory movement
• Direct experience in a high-volume environment
• Experience scaling production while balancing material flow requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions
• Organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge and demonstrated application of lean principles and methodologies such as 5S, line balancing, problem solving, spaghetti diagrams, bottleneck resolution, performance metric management, Kanban, waste reduction, etc.
• Conscientious, responsible, with interpersonal skills to work with technical and non-technical team members
• Familiarity with inventory auditing and corrections along with Inventory Adjustments
• Experience in an electro-mechanical manufacturing environment highly preferred

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, reach, climb, and move about regularly throughout the day.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly, with occasional heavier lifting
• Employee must be able to stand, walk, and bend for long periods, as well as push, pull, and maneuver carts and packages
• Manual dexterity is necessary for handling and operating warehouse equipment
• Loading and unloading inbound and outbound shipments manually, pallet jack, or forklift
• Capability to safely operate powered equipment including forklift

Work Environment

This position typically operates in a standard manufacturing and warehouse environment including:

• Employee may have exposure to outdoor weather conditions, work outdoors to load and receive shipments, where they may be exposed to the elements, including heat, rain, cold, and non-climate controlled environments.
• Standard hours are Monday through Friday 7:00AM to 3:30PM, with occasional overtime as operational needs demand.
• Fast paced environment with moving, packing, and staging shipments with cross departmental collaboration with independent and team-based responsibilities
• May require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) depending on the environment.

ITAR Requirement

In compliance with International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR), candidates must be U.S. Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) or individuals granted asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Compensation and Benefits

PDW values our team, and we offer a compensation package reflective of your experience and capabilities. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive BCBS medical, dental, and vision coverage; 80% sponsored by the company.
• Safe Harbor 401(K) with company match.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• A work environment that encourages teamwork and innovation.
• Competitive salary, generous paid time off (PTO), and flexible leave options.
• On-site fitness center.

EEO Statement

PDW is an equal opportunity employer that upholds all federal and state non-discrimination laws. We ensure a fair and unbiased evaluation for employment for all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, medical condition, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.