Production Coordinator (Falcon Components) – 2nd Shift

As a Production Coordinator (Falcon Components) at SpaceX, your responsibilities will include monitoring and tracking parts through the production workflow, managing scheduling, and ensuring timely delivery of components. You will also be responsible for maintaining data integrity in our ERP system and addressing any demand or scheduling issues. Coordination with multiple production teams is essential to guarantee seamless operations.

To qualify for the Production Coordinator (Falcon Components) position at SpaceX, candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing or administrative environment. Preferred qualifications include 3+ years of manufacturing experience, familiarity with ERP systems, and strong computer skills, particularly in MS Office.

Yes, while the basic requirements for the Production Coordinator role at SpaceX include a diploma and some experience, preferred skills consist of familiarity with MRP/ERP systems, inventory management, and certifications such as APICS. Experience with SQL and Tableau is also a plus, demonstrating advanced organizational and analytical capabilities.

The Production Coordinator (Falcon Components) role at SpaceX is scheduled for the 2nd shift, from Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM to 1:30 AM. Flexibility for additional hours, including weekends, may be required based on production demands, ensuring all tasks are completed in a timely manner.

SpaceX offers a comprehensive benefits package for Production Coordinators, including competitive salary, medical, vision, and dental coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid parental leave, and opportunities for stock benefits. Employees also enjoy paid vacation and holidays as well as various discounts and perks.

In your response, discuss your method for assessing deadlines and identifying bottlenecks. Emphasize your ability to effectively manage time and meet rigorous deadlines while ensuring quality standards are met.

Use the STAR method to structure your response, detailing the Situation, Task, Action, and Results. Highlight your problem-solving skills and initiative in addressing the issue directly.

Discuss any specific ERP systems you've worked with, the extent of your experience, and the impact your work had on ensuring accuracy and efficiency within production workflows.

Focus on your systematic approach to maintaining records. Mention strategies for double-checking entries and regularly auditing inventory to reconcile any discrepancies.

Share methods for effective communication, such as using reports or regular meetings, and emphasize the importance of keeping all stakeholders informed throughout the production process.

Provide an overview of your experience in manufacturing environments. Discuss specific roles, responsibilities, and how they relate to the day-to-day functions of a Production Coordinator.

Describe a process for assessing the delay and communicating with relevant teams to develop a contingency plan. Being proactive and solution-oriented is key.

Reflect your passion for aerospace and innovation, highlighting how SpaceX's mission aligns with your personal and professional goals. Share specific aspects of SpaceX that inspire you.

Discuss the importance of collaboration in manufacturing settings, explaining how you foster teamwork and communicate with various departments to maintain smooth operations.

Detail your past roles that involved inventory management, emphasizing specific tools or methodologies you used, and how you ensured accuracy and efficiency.