Inventory Associate (First Shift)
About The Position
Alt is hiring an Inventory Associate to work onsite at its Delaware vault, the physical backbone of its trading-card platform. The role handles cards throughout their time in the vault, from receiving and recording them to storage and shipment. The schedule is first shift, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Reliable attendance is required, and schedule flexibility may be needed during periods of increased volume or operational demand. The associate will maintain accurate inventory and chain-of-custody records, handle cards carefully, and help improve operational workflows. The role also works with product and data teams by providing feedback on the tools used in vault operations. Some travel to card shows and events is part of the role, where the associate will handle intake on the floor. Alt describes the position as a ground-floor opportunity to help shape the company, with an intentionally inclusive culture and opportunities for growth. The posting also encourages curiosity about AI tools for documenting workflows and shift handoffs, but does not require technical expertise.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in a high-volume operational environment, such as warehouse, fulfillment, logistics, retail stockroom, card shop, or grading room work.
- Strong attention to detail, demonstrated through a system used to catch mistakes.
- Reliable attendance and availability for the onsite Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. shift.
- Physical ability to perform prolonged standing and sitting, reaching, bending, repetitive handling, and lifting.
- Willingness to speak up and help address processes that are not working.
- Curiosity about AI tools; technical expertise is not required.
Nice To Haves
- Collecting experience.
- Experience with a warehouse management system (WMS), scanners, or inventory systems.
- Comfort with Excel.
- A state-issued guard card or similar security certification.
- Experience using AI tools in personal projects, such as pricing a collection or writing listings.
Responsibilities
- Receive shipments and verify their contents against declared items.
- Photograph and digitize cards, catalog them, and shelve them.
- Pull, pack, and ship cards when they sell or their owners request their return.
- Maintain chain of custody, accurate inventory counts, and careful handling of cards.
- Identify workflow problems and help improve processes.
- Provide feedback to product and data teams about the tools used in vault operations.
- Travel to some card shows and events to handle intake on the floor.
- Use AI tools where useful, including drafting standard operating procedures and shift handoff notes.
Benefits
- 401(k).
- Wellness stipend of $200 per month.
- Home office stipend of $100 per month.
- Unlimited vacation policy or generous PTO.
- Paid parental leave, described as generous and at full salary.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: 85% for employees and up to 50% for dependents.
- HSA and FSA available.
- Free DoorDash Pass membership.
- Alt equity for full-time employees.
- Work from home stipend and wellness stipend are also listed among the benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
