Production Control Associate
Jobyaviation · jobyaviation.com
San CarlosMid level3+ yrs
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The job in short
Production control associate.
Supply chainWarehouseInsurance
Details
- Found
- 5 d ago · posted 2024-10-22
- Location as listed
- San Carlos, CA, US
- Role
- Specialist / Analyst (other)
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Overview
Joby Aviation is seeking a Production Control Associate to play a key role in the San Carlos powertrain factory’s warehouse. The Production Control Associate sets the rhythm of Powertrain’s material flow with timely put-aways, kanban replenishments, kit building, and R&D transfers. Digitally, our Production Control Associates maintain inventory accuracy, discrepancy resolutions, cycle counts, and end-of-month reconciliations. The role works closely with Production, Purchasing, Planning, and Quality teams to achieve production schedules and uphold best practices.
Responsibilities
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Perform timely put-aways of received material to the correct warehouse locations, transacting each move accurately in the ERP
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Replenish production lines through the kanban system to ensure production technicians consistently have the material they need to succeed
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Build material kits on schedule, verifying part numbers, revisions, and quantities against the BOM
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Process R&D material transfers, ensuring proper documentation and traceability
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Maintain inventory accuracy by executing cycle counts, investigating variances, and correcting records
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Partnering with Planning, prioritize and expedite constrained or critical parts to ensure the build schedule
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Partnering with Purchasing, Planning, and Quality, research and resolve inventory discrepancies such as quantity mismatches, location errors, and unreceived or mistransacted parts
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Partnering with Quality, segregate, tag, and move controlled, quarantined, or nonconforming material
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Facing the entire cross-functional team, communicate clearly and deliver a high standard of internal customer service
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Support month-end close by completing all transactions and resolving open discrepancies
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Support and comply with the company’s safety protocols
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Identify and drive improvements to safety, material flow, warehouse organization, inventory processes, and 4S+S/5S
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Train new associates on warehouse procedures both physically and digitally
Required
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High school diploma or GED equivalent
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3+ years of related experience in warehouse, distribution, or material control
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Proven collaborative work ethic and strong ability to build cross-functional relationships
Desired
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Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field
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Physical strength and stamina sufficient to lift 50 pounds occasionally
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Proficiency in ERP, WMS, and/or MES software
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Strong understanding of supply chain best practices
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Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement practices
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Experience operating heavy warehouse equipment (e.g., forklift, electric pallet jack)
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Strong documentation skills and attention to detail
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Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
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Career stability and dedication demonstrated by multi-year service with previous employers
Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $23-$34/hr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.
Additional Information
Joby Aviation is an equal opportunity employer.
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