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Material Coordinator

Hawthorne, California, United States
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Role Overview:

  • Own lineside material availability across assigned production areas
  • Ensure no production stoppages due to missing hardware or consumables
  • Execute real-time material movement, replenishment, and kitting
  • Maintain and operate kanban / pull-based replenishment systems
  • Support high-rate production environments with fast, reliable execution
  • Prioritize production needs above all secondary tasks

Responsibilities:

  • Lineside Execution
    • Maintain required levels of lineside hardware and consumables at all times
    • Refill bins, kits, and point-of-use inventory to support continuous production
    • Respond immediately to shortages or risks of line holds; escalate only when blocked
    • Transfer material between locations, stockrooms, and lines as required to support production
    • Ensure correct material, quantity, and configuration are available at point of use

  • Replenishment & Flow
    • Execute and maintain kanban / pull systems for consumables and repeat-use hardware
    • Monitor inventory signals and trigger replenishment before shortages occur
    • Support basic material tracking and accuracy within ERP / inventory systems
    • Identify gaps in material flow and communicate improvements to factory leadership

  • Production Support & Coordination
    • Act as the first line of defense against material-driven downtime
    • Coordinate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Stockroom teams to resolve shortages
    • Support rapid recovery during production disruptions by prioritizing critical builds
    • Maintain clear communication with line leads on material status and risks

Minimum Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or associate degree preferred
  • 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or production support environments
  • Experience working in fast-paced, high-mix or high-rate production settings
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in real time with minimal supervision
  • Basic familiarity with inventory systems, material handling, and shop floor operations
  • Physically capable of moving materials and working on the factory floor for extended periods

Preferred Requirements:

  • Experience supporting lineside material or kitting operations
  • Familiarity with kanban or pull-based replenishment systems
  • Exposure to electronics or hardware manufacturing environments
  • Experience coordinating with stockroom, logistics, or supply chain teams
  • Forklift or material handling certification (if applicable)

Why CHAOS?

  • Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision benefits 100% paid for by the company
  • Additional benefits: 401k (+ 50% company match up to 6% of pay), FSA, HSA, life insurance, and more
  • Our Perks: Free daily lunch, ‘No meeting Fridays’, unlimited PTO, casual dress code
  • Compensation Components: Competitive base salaries, generous pre-IPO stock option grants, relocation assistance, and (coming soon!) annual bonuses
  • Team Growth: 250 employees and counting across 5 global offices
Hourly Rate: $25.00 - $35.00

The stated compensation range reflects only the targeted base compensation range and excludes additional earnings such as bonus, equity, and benefits. If your compensation requirements fall outside of the range, we still encourage you to apply. The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. 


Recruiting Agencies: CHAOS Industries does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach. Unsolicited submissions will not be reviewed or compensated.


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About Chaos Industries

Chaos Industries

Chaos Industries is one of the fastest-rising defense technology companies focused on solving modern national security challenges through advanced radar, sensing, and counter-drone systems. Founded in 2022, the company develops next-generation technologies designed to help military and national security operators detect airborne threats faster and operate more effectively in increasingly contested environments.

For job seekers, Chaos Industries offers the opportunity to work on mission-driven technology with direct real-world impact. Employees help build systems related to radar, autonomous sensing, communications, counter-UAS, and AI-enabled defense capabilities—making it an attractive destination for engineers, software developers, hardware specialists, program managers, and defense professionals who want to work at the forefront of national security innovation.

Unlike many traditional defense contractors, Chaos Industries operates with a startup-style culture focused on speed, innovation, and rapid problem-solving. The company is known for moving quickly, building advanced technology in-house, and tackling complex defense challenges with an engineering-first mindset. For professionals who want the mission focus of defense work with the pace of a high-growth technology company, Chaos offers a unique environment.

As defense spending increasingly prioritizes autonomous systems, drone defense, and advanced battlefield awareness, Chaos Industries continues to grow its team across engineering, operations, manufacturing, and mission support functions. For veterans, cleared professionals, and technology talent looking to help shape the future of defense, Chaos Industries is emerging as one of the more exciting companies to watch.

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