Bond Room Clerk

Be part of a growing team. Join Chemring Energetic Devices (CED) as we build products that protect our Country, protect the individual warfighter, and send rockets into outer space. CED is well situated in Downers Grove, Illinois. We are located a commuter train ride West of Chicago and a short drive from farmland.

• Exciting growth – Our work supports major space and defense programs.
• Impactful work – help manufacture components critical to national security
• Fast-paced environment
• Join a high-performing team in a thriving industry
• Ready to make an impact? Apply today to be part of our mission-critical team!

CED strives to pay a competitive wage in the industry and regional market. The pay range for this position is $20/hr to $26.50/hr and is eligible to participate in our discretionary bonus program. Our strong benefits offerings include eligibility to participate in 1 of 3 medical plans, dental, vision, life and disability Insurance, 401(k) with a generous 6% match, 11 paid holidays, 5 paid sick days (based on a full year of employment) and paid vacation.

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

• 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

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

N/A

High School diploma or equivalent

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

• 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

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.

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.

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.

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  or call and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.