Inventory Technician IV

Astreya•Oakland, CA

1d•$27 - $34

About The Position

This role focuses on managing day-to-day device management and logistics operations, partnering closely with engineering program teams and internal customers. The position is ideal for someone who is proactive in identifying and improving inefficient processes, with opportunities to contribute to the transition of manual workflows to more scalable, automated, and sustainable operations. The role involves participating in the implementation and evolution of Hardware Asset Management systems, providing workflow input, and helping redesign processes around new systems and technologies.

Requirements

Experience in inventory management and reconciliation.
Experience with hardware or IT asset management.
Experience with warehouse and logistics operations.
Experience with shipping, receiving, returns, and fulfillment.
Experience with customer-facing or internal support.
Experience in technology or hardware environments.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, including formulas and functions.
Experience with process improvement and SOP development.

Nice To Haves

Experience with consumer electronics, electrical or mechanical components, device repair, batteries, displays, PCBs/PCBAs, molded components, die-cast components, or other hardware assemblies.

Responsibilities

Manage inventory of devices, accessories, components, boards, cables, and other engineering materials.
Receive, reconcile, organize, track, and distribute hardware and materials.
Prepare and ship devices and equipment, including international shipments.
Process device returns, refurbishment, testing, deactivation, and secure destruction.
Maintain accurate inventory records and continuously improve inventory-management practices.
Monitor inventory levels, identify shortages or excess, and proactively address potential gaps.
Place and track orders for devices, components, packaging, and other materials through completion.
Maintain a highly organized Device Room where equipment is clearly labeled, easy to locate, and ready for use.
Support inventory counts, reconciliation, consolidation, and space planning.
Work with external vendors and international teams on logistics, device destruction, and inventory-related activities.
Support internal customers by understanding their requirements and identifying the appropriate devices and materials for their work.
Participate in peak workload periods and cross-train across the full range of device management and logistics functions.
Identify and implement process improvements.
Find opportunities for automation.
Create and improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Help transition manual workflows into scalable systems and tools.
Participate in the implementation and evolution of Hardware Asset Management systems.
Provide workflow input and participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
Help redesign processes around new systems and technologies.
Establish inventory and logistics best practices.
Partner with stakeholders to turn operational challenges into practical solutions.

Benefits

Medical provided through UHC (PPO, HSA, Surest options) / Medical provided through Kaiser (HMO option only) for California employees only
Dental provided through UHC
Nationwide Vision provided by UHC
Flexible Spending Account for Health & Dependent Care
Pre-Tax Account for Commuter Benefit/Parking & Transit (location-specific)
Continuing Education and Professional Development via various integrated platforms, e.g. Udemy and Coursera
Corporate Wellness Program provided by Goomi Group
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Days
401k Plan
Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Critical Illness, Critical Hospital, and Voluntary Accident Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement (available 6 months after start date, capped)
Paid Time Off (accrued and prorated, maximum of 120 hours annually)
Paid Holidays
Any other statutory leaves, paid time, or other ancillary benefits required under state and federal law