What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Status Specialist (Production Control Specialist 1) position at Los Alamos National Laboratory?
This position is open for external candidates only to apply.
What You Will Do
The Procurement Engineering & Acquisitions Management Group (SCL-1) within the Weapons Production Directorate is seeking a motivated professional to support production control, procurement, and inventory management activities.
The selected candidate will work under the direction of senior staff to execute assigned tasks in support of construction and equipment installation-related procurement activities. Responsibilities include assisting with tracking and expediting materials, maintaining accurate tracking of inventory and procurement data, and supporting compliance with applicable procedures and quality standards.
The selected candidate will contribute to a team environment and assist in resolving a variety of routine to moderately complex issues where analysis of data requires review of identifiable factors. Tasks may include corresponding with internal customers and suppliers, performing data entry and validation in procurement systems, and supporting reporting activities. This role plays a supporting part in ensuring organizational milestones and deliverables are met.
#shiftwork
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements: Applicants must submit a comprehensive resume reflective of relevant experience that addresses the minimum job requirements and desired qualifications of the position below for full consideration.
Work Location: The work location for this position is on-site with the opportunity to transition into a hybrid schedule with locations in Los Alamos and Santa Fe, New Mexico. Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite (up to 80%) and partially offsite within a 2-hour ground commute to LANL's main campus in Los Alamos, New Mexico. On-site attendance is expected for this position. This is not a Telework or Remote position. All work locations and schedules are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.
Work Schedule: This position may/will require 24/7 coverage, which could/will involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for the shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
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.
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:
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.
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.
What You Will Do
The Procurement Engineering & Acquisitions Management Group (SCL-1) within the Weapons Production Directorate is seeking a motivated professional to support production control, procurement, and inventory management activities.
The selected candidate will work under the direction of senior staff to execute assigned tasks in support of construction and equipment installation-related procurement activities. Responsibilities include assisting with tracking and expediting materials, maintaining accurate tracking of inventory and procurement data, and supporting compliance with applicable procedures and quality standards.
The selected candidate will contribute to a team environment and assist in resolving a variety of routine to moderately complex issues where analysis of data requires review of identifiable factors. Tasks may include corresponding with internal customers and suppliers, performing data entry and validation in procurement systems, and supporting reporting activities. This role plays a supporting part in ensuring organizational milestones and deliverables are met.
#shiftwork
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements: Applicants must submit a comprehensive resume reflective of relevant experience that addresses the minimum job requirements and desired qualifications of the position below for full consideration.
- Education/Experience: Position requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience.
- Functionality:
- Demonstrated ability to follow established policies, procedures, and practices related to procurement, production control, or inventory management.
- Ability to perform assigned tasks under direction and guidance from senior staff.
- Working knowledge of production and/or inventory control principles and practices.
- Ability to gather, review, and maintain data within procurement and inventory systems.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute to resolving routine to moderately complex problems with guidance.
- Ability to utilize standard tools and processes to support production, inventory control, or procurement activities.
- Basic knowledge of production and inventory control and planning methods.
- Awareness and willingness to learn Laboratory procedures, standards, and guides.
- A willingness to learn of industry, regulatory, or Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) complex codes, standards, and criteria pertinent to the particular engineering discipline.
- Computing/Business Systems:
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite applications.
- Experience or ability to learn database, procurement, or inventory management systems.
- Customer Service:
- Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to provide clear and concise information in support of customer needs.
- Communication:
- Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and contribute to a positive team culture.
- Creative Problem Solving:
- Ability to apply standard techniques and processes to resolve routine issues.
- Willingness to seek guidance when addressing more complex problems.
- Organizational Skills:
- Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a structured work environment.
- Experience supporting procurement, inventory tracking, or supply chain activities.
- Familiarity with enterprise systems such as SAP or Ariba.
- Experience working in a regulated or compliance driven environment.
- Awareness of supply chain management practices.
- An active DOE Q-level clearance.
Work Location: The work location for this position is on-site with the opportunity to transition into a hybrid schedule with locations in Los Alamos and Santa Fe, New Mexico. Hybrid is defined as working partially onsite (up to 80%) and partially offsite within a 2-hour ground commute to LANL's main campus in Los Alamos, New Mexico. On-site attendance is expected for this position. This is not a Telework or Remote position. All work locations and schedules are at the discretion of management and can change at any time with appropriate notice.
Work Schedule: This position may/will require 24/7 coverage, which could/will involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for the shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
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.
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)
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.
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.