As Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) celebrates 50 years of building products that protect our country, protect the individual warfighter, and send rockets into outer space, our growth is creating new opportunities to expand our team with talented individuals who want to shape the next era of mission-critical innovation.

CED is well situated in Downers Grove, Illinois - we are located a commuter train ride west of Chicago and a short drive from farmland.

CED's current salary range for this role is $20.00 to $26.50 / hour. At CED, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions may vary based upon, but not limited to education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift, location and geography. In addition to base salary, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. CED’s benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus parental leave, adoption assistance, tuition assistance and employer/partner discounts.

JOB SUMMARY

Assist bond room personnel to maintain control of inventory and perform material transactions when requested.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Stocks general production parts as per established procedures
• Pulls parts for standard production job orders as requested
• Maintain accurate counts for production orders and supports inventory audits
• Enter inventory data accurately and timely in D365
• Handle explosive devices in compliance with CED policy and procedures
• Handle hazardous materials in compliance with CED’s HSE standards and in accordance with regulatory rules
• Handle hazardous and non-hazardous waste in compliance with CED’s HSE procedures, and in accordance with regulatory rules
• Perform tasks associated with preparing hazardous and / or non-hazardous waste materials for transportation as directed
• Conducts periodic cycle counts of assigned inventory areas; documents and reconciles discrepancies
• Creates requisitions for Warehouse supplies as directed

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Comply with government and corporate laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ensure 100% compliance with the Chemring Operational Framework, Code of Conduct and U.S. Code of Ethics and Business Conduct 
• Special projects and additional duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

N/A

EDUCATION

High School diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

• Six months relevant experience in a manufacturing or distribution warehouse environment
• Experience with inventory counts and audits is strongly preferred

SKILLS and QUALIFICATIONS

• Lawful US Person (ITAR restrictions)
• Must be eligible to possess explosives under the Safe Explosives Act of 2003 (as amended) as required by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) for all employees of Chemring Energetic Devices
• Extensive experience in cycle counts, inventory counts, inventory auditing, and product auditing
• High level of attention to detail and organization to ensure accurate and timely inventory transactions
• Experience with ERP systems, with D365 strongly preferred
• Ability to maintain forklift qualification and authorization per company policy
• Maintain training and certifications related to hazardous and non-hazardous materials and waste
• Perform all work in a manner that contributes to audit defensible (internal and external auditors) records
• Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written form across functional areas of the company
• High degree of detail and accuracy for audit, cycle counts and accurate inventory transactions

PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects, weighing up to 20 pounds occasionally and/or a negligible amount of weight frequently. Involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Use of computer for extended periods of time.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential job functions of this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Employees will be expected to perform other job functions and duties as may be needed and/or required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

The “Know Your Rights” Poster is available here: EEOC Know Your Rights

CED’s EEO Policy Statement is available here: CED EEO Policy Statement

CED is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to Humanresources@ced.us.com or call (630) 969-0620and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.