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Inventory & Receiving Specialist

K2 Space

K2 Space

Los Angeles, CA, USA
Posted on Feb 5, 2025

The Role

You will be responsible for standing up the receiving, inventory and shipping operations as we prepare to build our first Mega class satellite. You will work closely with the production technicians, ensuring the right hardware arrives to the production line when it is needed for integration. Your day-to-day operations will include: managing all receiving operations and working closely with our delivery drivers, kitting hardware for our production line and for outside processing, and shipping hardware to a number of our suppliers.

Responsibilities

  • Verify all material received for conformity with accompanying paperwork

  • Check for damage and confirm correct part numbers, quantities and revisions

  • Receive all materials/packages and transact receipt in the ERP receiving system

  • Acknowledge and take receipt of all incoming materials and packages, identify receipt in ERP then transport to receiving inspection, stockroom or identified buyer/requestor

  • Verify that all materials are packaged and banded for transport, and assist with loading and unloading of trucks

  • Operate material handling equipment including, but not limited to, forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand carts

  • Perform kitting operations for internal customers and external suppliers

  • Perform cycle counts and reconcile incorrect system records with actual physical inventory

  • Support shipping operations by organizing pickups, packaging, and loading

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of receiving, shipping, and/or inventory experience

  • Experience operating a forklift, scissor lift, or cherry picker

  • Experience with and understanding of inventory and kitting processes

  • Experience within the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic fields

  • Familiarity with ERP/MES systems for tracking inventory and inspection results

  • Knowledge of ESD handling procedures and ITAR compliance requirements

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Nice to Have

  • Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position

  • Willingness to work overtime and weekends when needed to meet critical deadlines

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted

  • Understanding of ISO 9001/AS9100 quality management systems including previous experience going through an ISO 9001/AS9100 audit

  • Forklift certification

Compensation and Benefits

  • Base salary range for this role is $25 - $35 per hour + equity in the company

  • Salary will be based on several factors including, but not limited to: knowledge and skills, education, and experience level

  • Comprehensive benefits package including unlimited paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, paid parental leave, and many other perks

If you don’t meet 100% of the preferred skills and experience, we encourage you to still apply! Building a spacecraft unlike any other requires a team unlike any other and non-traditional career twists and turns are encouraged! If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.

Export Compliance

As defined in the ITAR, “U.S. Persons” include U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (i.e., Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals (e.g., refugees/asylees, American Samoans). Please consult with a knowledgeable advisor if you are unsure whether you are a “U.S. Person.”

The person hired for this role will have access to information and items controlled by U.S. export control regulations, including the export control regulations outlined in the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). The person hired for this role must therefore either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 or otherwise eligible for a federally issued export control license.

Equal Opportunity

K2 Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with K2 Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.