Inventory Specialist

Vital Lyfe•Los Angeles, CA

12d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Vital Lyfe is a technology company focused on personal water-making technology designed to operate where infrastructure is unavailable. The Inventory Specialist supports shop operations by managing receipt, storage, kitting, and issuance of materials, parts, and hardware. The role helps ensure inventory accuracy, material traceability, and adherence to established procedures, while maintaining stock rotation, documentation, and housekeeping. It also supports operational metrics through cycle counting and consistent material-handling practices. The position is 100% onsite in Torrance, California; remote and hybrid work are not considered. The role involves work in warehouse and production areas and requires routine movement of materials. Required PPE, including safety shoes, will be provided or reimbursed by Vital Lyfe. Vital Lyfe describes itself as a small, fast-growing company founded in 2024 by former SpaceX engineers and supported by investors including General Catalyst. Its mission is to make safe drinking water from water sources including seawater. The company says employees can see their work reflected in shipped products and have room to grow with the company.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
At least 1 year of inventory control experience.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds unassisted.
Ability to work in warehouse and production areas with routine lifting, carrying, and movement of materials.
Ability to climb ladders and work comfortably in tight spaces.
Ability to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Wear required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, and safety shoes, in production areas.

Nice To Haves

At least 3 years of inventory control experience in a warehouse.
Experience operating a forklift and other related inventory equipment.
Experience with and understanding of inventory and kitting processes.
Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Experience in aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronics fields.
ERP system experience, such as SAP or Oracle.
Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Receive, organize, and distribute raw materials, components, subassemblies, and hardware for shop-floor operations.
Store materials in designated bins, drawers, and racking systems, and clearly label parts and storage locations.
Follow established material-handling procedures to support accuracy, safety, and compliance.
Pick and assemble kits of required parts, materials, and hardware, verifying completeness and availability before release.
Inspect incoming materials against accompanying documentation to verify part numbers, quantities, revisions, and condition.
Issue materials using approved documentation, completing required serialization, traceability, and lot verification before release.
Follow applicable procedures, desk instructions, and standard operating guidelines.
Track shelf-life-controlled items and ensure proper stock rotation.
Contribute to departmental and organizational performance metrics and objectives.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Conduct cycle counts to support inventory accuracy.