Inventory Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $27.89 / hr - $33.65 / hr DOE

Our mission : Deliver global omniscience.

To stay ahead of climate change, geopolitical risk, and other major crises and issues, we need a global understanding of what is changing, where, and how fast.

Umbra provides easy access to the highest quality commercial satellite data available, which is an indispensable tool for the growing number of organizations monitoring the Earth.

We empower our customers to create solutions that inform, inspire, and address our planet’s most pressing needs. We’re helping to create a brand new industry that has never meaningfully existed before.

As an Inventory Specialist, you will be an integral part of our logistics and supply chain team, ensuring the smooth and efficient transfer of materials required for our satellite production.

Your role will be pivotal in maintaining accurate inventory levels, coordinating material flow, and supporting operational needs across the company.

You will be responsible for overseeing the entire lifecycle of inventory from receipt to storage to shipment ensuring that all processes align with our quality standards and production schedules.

You will leverage your expertise in inventory management to :

• Enhance Operational Efficiency : Implement best practices for inventory control and material handling to streamline operations and reduce downtime.
• Support Production Needs : Collaborate closely with production teams to anticipate material requirements, mitigate supply chain disruptions, and facilitate timely delivery of components.
• Ensure Compliance : Adhere to industry regulations and internal policies for material storage, handling, and documentation to maintain high standards of safety and quality.
• Drive Continuous Improvement : Identify areas for improvement within inventory processes, suggest and implement solutions, and contribute to the development of new procedures that enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Your attention to detail and organizational skills will be crucial in maintaining the integrity of our inventory system, while your proactive approach will help in managing and mitigating any potential challenges in material handling.

Key Responsibilities :

• Material Handling : Receive, store, and issue raw materials, parts, and hardware to support shop operations. Ensure proper storage in bins, drawers, and racks, and accurately identify parts and their locations.
• Kit Assembly : Assemble and verify kits of parts and materials as required, ensuring all components are present and accounted for.
• Inventory Management : Monitor shelf-life and maintain appropriate rotation of stock. Perform regular cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Quality Control : Inspect all incoming materials for conformity with accompanying paperwork, checking for damage, correct part numbers, quantities, and revisions.
• Housekeeping : Maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.

Basic Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in inventory control
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Desired Qualifications :

• 5+ years of experience in inventory control within a warehouse environment
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)
• Knowledge of inventory management and kitting processes

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded)
• Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded)
• 401k with 3% non-elective company contribution
• Stock Options

Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Employment Eligibility Verification

In compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire.

ITAR / EAR Requirements

This position may include access to technology and / or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR.

To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.

S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and / or U.

S. Department of Commerce as applicable.

Pay Transparency

This job posting may span more than one career level. To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base ranges for all job postings regardless of state.

We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function and level benchmarked against similar stage growth companies.

Final offer amounts are determined by skills, responsibilities and relevant work experience.