Inventory Specialist

Young Community Developers • Irvine, CA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a meticulous, hands-on Inventory Specialist to support our fast-paced drone manufacturing operations. This role is central to material flow through receiving, put-away, kitting for assembly lines, and ongoing cycle counts. The ideal candidate is detail-obsessed, thrives under pressure, and upholds high standards for accuracy, safety, and on-time production support.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of inventory control experience in manufacturing (electronics, aerospace, or similar preferred).
• Proficiency with ERP/WMS and RF scanning (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Fishbowl, or equivalent).
• Strong attention to detail; proven accuracy in counts, transactions, and documentation.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Familiarity with BOMs, work orders, lot/serial tracking, and kitting.
• Basic understanding of ESD handling and safe storage/transport of lithium batteries.
• Excellent communication; collaborative approach with Production, Planning, and Quality.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods; comfortable with warehouse equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in drone/UAS, aerospace, or electronics manufacturing.
• Knowledge of ITAR/EAR compliance and traceability requirements.
• Lean/5S certification or experience; prior involvement in cycle count programs and inventory audits.
• Forklift certification and familiarity with material handling equipment.
• Able to operate forklift / to train to drive forklift

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cycle counts and reconcile variances; investigate root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain inventory integrity across ERP/WMS with precise transactions (receipts, moves, issues, adjustments).
• Track and manage lot/serial numbers for traceability and compliance.
• Inspect and verify incoming materials against POs and packing lists; identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Execute timely put-away to designated bins/locations using RF scanners and standardized labeling.
• Coordinate with Quality for incoming inspection holds, nonconformances, and disposition (MRB).
• Build accurate kits per BOM and work orders; stage materials to assembly cells to meet takt time and schedules.
• Manage shortages and substitutions per approved engineering/SCM protocols.
• Return excess/unused materials to stock and maintain clean, organized kit areas.
• Respond rapidly to line calls for material, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Monitor min/max levels, reorder points, and critical components to support production ramp.
• Collaborate with Production, Planning, and Procurement on schedule changes and expedites.
• Handle ESD-sensitive components using proper controls; maintain ESD-safe work areas.
• Safely store and handle lithium batteries and hazardous materials per UN 38.3, DOT, and internal SOPs.
• Follow 5S, lean practices, and material flow standards; contribute to continuous improvement.
• Keep accurate logs and reports (cycle count results, inventory accuracy KPIs, material shortages).
• Support audits (internal, external) and maintain documentation readiness.
• Identify process gaps and propose improvements to SOPs and system workflows.

Benefits

• comprehensive healthcare benefits package
• Base dental, vision, life, accident, disability, and other core benefits are fully covered by DZYNE
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• 401 (k) plan with an employer match and immediate vesting
• annual bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees