Inventory Specialist (Temp-to-Hire)

Figure•San Jose, CA

1d•$35 - $40

About The Position

Figure is an AI robotics company developing autonomous general-purpose humanoid robots. The goal of the company is to ship humanoid robots with human level intelligence. Its robots are engineered to perform a variety of tasks in the home and commercial markets. Figure is headquartered in San Jose, CA. The Inventory Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, supporting shipping and receiving operations, and ensuring timely delivery of parts and materials to internal teams. This role plays a key part in supporting service, maintenance, engineering, and operations by keeping inventory organized, accessible, and moving efficiently across facilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Experience in inventory, warehouse, shipping/receiving, or operations preferred
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
Forklift driving experience (certification preferred or willingness to obtain)
Comfortable performing physical tasks such as lifting, moving, and staging materials
Basic computer skills and ability to learn inventory systems
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 lbs
Ability to stand, walk, and operate equipment for extended periods

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate inventory through cycle counting, audits, and system updates
Perform scheduled and ad-hoc cycle counts, investigate variances, and support inventory adjustments
Track inbound and outbound materials using inventory systems (MES/ERP or similar)
Ensure proper labeling, storage, and organization of parts and materials
Monitor inventory levels and flag shortages or discrepancies proactively
Support service parts inventory and replenishment needs
Deliver parts and materials to engineering, maintenance, and operations teams as needed
Support urgent part requests and prioritize time-sensitive deliveries
Assist maintenance teams by staging and delivering service parts.
Receive inbound shipments and verify contents against packing lists and purchase orders
Prepare outbound shipments including packaging, labeling, and staging for carrier pickup
Coordinate with shipping and logistics teams to ensure timely movement of materials
Maintain shipping and receiving documentation accuracy
Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
Follow all safety, inventory control, and compliance procedures