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Inventory & Receiving Specialist

Join Picogrid as an Inventory & Receiving Specialist to manage stockroom operations and support hardware development.

Location
El Segundo, CA
Compensation
$35+/hr
Level
mid
Type
full time · On-site

Posted by employer 3 days ago

First seen on Joblaze 2 days ago

Last verified on the company career page 17 hours ago

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What you'll build

  • Receive, inspect, document, label, and store incoming components
  • Perform inventory transactions within inventory systems
  • Maintain an organized stockroom
  • Perform cycle counts and resolve inventory discrepancies
  • Support shipping and receiving activities

Must have

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience in receiving, inventory, or warehouse operations
  • Experience performing inventory transactions using an ERP or inventory management system
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate recordkeeping
  • Ability to stay organized while balancing multiple priorities
  • Willingness to perform hands-on warehouse and material handling work

Nice to have

  • Experience working in aerospace, defense, or hardware manufacturing
  • Experience in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment
  • Familiarity with production material control or kitting
  • Experience performing cycle counts and resolving inventory discrepancies
  • Exposure to ERP or MRP implementations

Practical constraints

  • Must meet export control requirements

Requirements

Experience
3+ years
Visa
Sponsorship available

Benefits

401k Match Equity/Stock Options Health Insurance Relocation Assistance Parental Leave

Joblaze summary

In the role of Inventory & Receiving Specialist at Picogrid, the individual is responsible for managing stockroom operations, including receiving, inspecting, and organizing materials to support manufacturing processes. Key skills include hands-on experience with inventory management systems and a strong attention to detail. This position is well-suited for someone with at least three years of relevant experience, particularly in hardware manufacturing or related fields. The role offers opportunities for professional growth within a venture-backed defense technology company.

Joblaze insights

  • Listed 2 days ago — first seen on Joblaze October 9, 2026. Last confirmed on Picogrid's careers page October 11, 2026.

Quick facts

Is the Inventory & Receiving Specialist role remote?
No — this is an on-site role in El Segundo, CA.
What's the salary for this Inventory & Receiving Specialist role?
Picogrid lists a starting salary of $35.
How much experience is required?
At least 3 years of relevant experience for this Inventory & Receiving Specialist role.
Where is the role based?
Picogrid is hiring for this position in El Segundo, CA.
Does Picogrid sponsor work visas for this role?
Yes — the posting indicates visa sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
What seniority level is this role?
Picogrid targets mid-level candidates for this position.
Is this full-time or contract?
Full-time for this Inventory & Receiving Specialist role at Picogrid.

From the original posting

About the Role

As an Inventory & Receiving Specialist at Picogrid, you will play a critical role in the day-to-day operations powering our hardware development and manufacturing infrastructure.

We are looking for a detail-oriented, hands-on professional eager to take ownership of our stockroom operations and grow alongside our supply chain team. In this role, you will manage material receiving, maintain inventory accuracy, and ensure manufacturing has the continuous resources required to succeed. You will collaborate closely with Supply Chain and Manufacturing to master our product lifecycle, uphold quality standards, and drive operational efficiency.

For a dedicated and proactive individual, this role offers exceptional visibility and a clear trajectory for professional development.

Responsibilities

  • Receive, inspect, document, label, and properly store incoming components, assemblies, and materials.

  • Perform inventory transactions accurately and consistently within our inventory systems.

  • Maintain an organized stockroom and ensure materials are stored in the correct locations.

  • Perform cycle counts and help investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.

  • Pick, kit, stage, and move materials to support manufacturing needs.

  • Maintain appropriate material identification and traceability throughout receiving, inventory, and production.

  • Help identify shortages, discrepancies, damaged materials, and other issues and work with the appropriate team members to resolve them.

  • Support shipping, receiving, and other material handling activities as needed.

  • Follow established receiving and inventory procedures while providing feedback on opportunities to make them better.

  • Work closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Operations to keep materials moving and support changing production priorities.

  • Help document and improve inventory and receiving procedures as our operations mature.

Required Qualifications

  • 3+ years of hands-on experience in receiving, inventory, warehouse operations, stockroom operations, material handling, or a related environment.

  • Experience receiving, storing, picking, counting, and moving physical inventory.

  • Experience performing inventory transactions using an ERP, MRP, warehouse, or inventory management system.

  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate recordkeeping.

  • Ability to stay organized while balancing multiple priorities.

  • Willingness to perform hands-on warehouse, receiving, and material handling work every day.

  • Ability to recognize problems, communicate them clearly, and help drive them toward resolution.

  • Dependable and comfortable taking ownership of assigned responsibilities.

  • Ability to work collaboratively with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Operations.

  • Ability to lift and move materials consistent with warehouse and receiving responsibilities.

  • Ability to meet the export control requirements outlined below.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in aerospace, defense, electronics, robotics, automotive, or another hardware manufacturing environment.

  • Experience in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment.

  • Experience working at a startup or growing hardware company.

  • Familiarity with production material control, kitting, work orders, or manufacturing support.

  • Experience working with serialized, lot-controlled, or otherwise traceable inventory.

  • Experience performing cycle counts and resolving inventory discrepancies.

  • Experience helping improve warehouse layouts, inventory organization, receiving processes, or SOPs.

  • Exposure to ERP or MRP implementations, migrations, or process changes.

  • Interest in developing broader skills in inventory operations, material control, manufacturing operations, or supply chain

Compensation & Benefits

  • Starting pay: $35.00 per hour.

  • Significant stock options with high potential upside as an early-stage company.

  • 401(k) with employer matching.

  • Relocation assistance provided (if applicable).

  • Accrued PTO at 4.615 hours for every 40 hours worked + 40 hours sick time per year for hourly employees

  • Paid parental leave for both parents.

  • Lunch provided when working in-office and a fully stocked kitchenette.

  • Free EV charging at HQ

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