Production Control Expeditor, Temporary

One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped shape how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the globe communicate. We're looking for people who think big, act fearlessly, and create an inclusive environment that drives positive impact to join our team.

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a Temporary, Production Control Expeditor to join our dynamic team in Tempe, AZ!

We are looking for someone with an exceptional ability to coordinate and expedite the flow of work and materials within the manufacturing department and engineering labs according to production schedules. Duties include working with production planners to determine factory schedules, establish work priorities, manage material that requires outside processing, and coordinate with department supervisors and leads to determine progress of work and completion dates. Reports on progress of work in process, rework/repair orders, and production problems. Some planning may be required to assist production planners.

• Stock transfer request and delivery to requestor
• Auditing kits before delivering to the labs
• Creating ship requests for outside processing and customer deliverables
• Status update for material shortages on the floor
• Monthly chemical inventory control and life limited material control
• Other duties and responsibilities as needed.

• 2+ years of production control, planning experience, or manufacturing experience.
• An understanding of materials management/handling.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to interact with internal customers from different departments.
• Personally accountable for responsibilities and deadlines.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds and sit, stand and walk around for long periods of time.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• US Government Position. US Citizenship required.

• Some experience working with high tech electronic products and ESD sensitive materials.
• An understanding of MRP, planning principles and related reporting tools.
• Associates Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Experience working with Solumina and Oracle ERP system.

Viasat is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. If you would like to request an accommodation on the basis of disability for completing this on-line application, please click here.