Industry: Aerospace/Defense
Position: Production Recovery Specialist - Supplier Delivery Improvement
Location: Mukilteo, Washington
Frequency: 40 Hours per Week - W2
Duration: 2 months with potential extension
Pay Rate: $30/hr
About Verify Inc.
Verify Inc. is a trusted partner to top-tier aerospace and defense organizations, delivering specialized solutions that guarantee exceptional quality and precision across their manufacturing and supply chains.
Job Summary:We are seeking a Production Recovery Specialist to support supplier delivery improvement efforts by completing in-process and final inspections while daily tracking, monitoring, expediting, and reporting on improvement actions to ensure suppliers' meet delivery and quality expectations. The ideal candidate will work closely with suppliers and internal teams to drive process improvements, enhance supply chain performance, and ensure timely product delivery.
What You’ll Do:Report daily on-site at Supplier(s) facility to:
Monitor & Track Deliveries: Ensure suppliers meet delivery time-lines by pro-actively tracking production progress and addressing potential delays.Expedite & Resolve Issues: Work closely with suppliers to identify bottlenecks, implement corrective actions, and expedite critical parts as needed.Report & Communicate Status: Provide regular reports on supplier performance, improvement actions, and overall delivery metrics.Implement Improvement Strategies: Support process optimization efforts by analyzing supplier data, identifying gaps, and recommending corrective measures.Ensure Quality Compliance: Collaborate with quality teams to ensure suppliers adhere to manufacturing standards and drive continuous improvement.Liaise with Stakeholders: Work cross-functionally with procurement, engineering, logistics, and production teams to improve supplier relationships and performance.What The Supplier Does:As direct representation of our customer, you will support on-site at a leading manufacturer of aerostructures and energetic systems for missile, space, launch vehicles and military aircraft. The main campus is located on the waterfront in Mukilteo, WA - just south of the Paine Field Airport. Its state of the art facility has over 330,000 sq/ft for engineering and analysis, prototype development, testing, qualification and production. Also including structural composite manufacturing, machine shop and clean room production spaces.
What We’re Looking For:7+ years of aerospace industry experience4+ years supply chain, logistics, manufacturing or related fieldExperience with ERP/MRP systems (preferred) and supplier performance tracking toolsExperience in electrical and mechanical inspections within a manufacturing or defense environment.
Strong knowledge of Technical Data Packages (TDP) and Manufacturing Data Packages (MDP).
Ability to work safely in hazardous environments with strict adherence to safety procedures.
Proficiency in source inspection efforts, including part measurement using precision tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
Experience conducting First Article Inspections (FAI) and verifying conformance to customer requirements.
Ability to review and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
Strong ability to analyze and manage production flow
Confident communicator who can challenge suppliers when necessary
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power-Point (Must have your own laptop)
Experience in manufacturing logistics & quality control (preferred)
Why Join This Project?✅ Short-term commitment – Earn great pay while you continue searching for your next long-term opportunity
✅ Work with industry leaders – Enhance your expertise in a dynamic aerospace environment
✅ Make an impact – Help streamline production and improve efficiency
If you have the experience and drive to keep production on track and suppliers accountable, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today or reach out for more details.