Logistics Specialist

Agility Robotics•Pittsburgh, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Agility Robotics is seeking an organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Logistics Specialist to manage shipping, receiving, and inventory logistics at its Pittsburgh office. The facility supports the development of advanced hardware and software and handles high-mix custom components, expensive test equipment, sensitive electronics, and engineering prototypes. The role ensures prompt intake, accurate cataloging, timely internal delivery, and reliable tracking of goods movements. It arranges inbound and outbound shipments, prepares shipping documentation, selects suitable carriers, and verifies that physical shipments match their records. The Logistics Specialist receives, inspects, records, and routes shipments and materials, including high-value lab equipment and non-inventory items. The role maintains an organized receiving dock and inventory room, operates material-handling equipment, coordinates logistics with internal and external partners, supports inventory and ERP transactions, and manages recycling and disposal activities. It also handles specialized shipments such as batteries in accordance with hazardous-material requirements and maintains applicable shipping certifications and standards. This is an onsite position at Agility Robotics’ Pittsburgh office. The anticipated base salary range is $80,000–$104,000 USD. The final offer may depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and the range may vary for employees working in other locations.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in shipping, receiving, or inventory control; the description also states generally 4 or more years of related logistics or supply-chain experience.
Experience ideally in a hardware, electronics, manufacturing, or engineering-lab setting.
Comfort using inventory ERP systems, barcoding software, and shipping platforms such as FedEx ShipManager, UPS CampusShip, and FreightWise.
Strong understanding of logistics and procurement processes.
Knowledge of and experience with MRP systems.
Ability to work as part of a team and experience managing a team.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including sharing information through documents, spreadsheets, and other tools.
Ability to exercise independent judgment to solve complex issues.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk across a large facility throughout the day, and operate material-handling equipment.
Current authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

A first-level university degree or equivalent experience.
Experience in hardware, electronics, manufacturing, or an engineering-lab setting.

Responsibilities

Manage inbound and outbound movement of products, materials, and supplies, including inventory and expensed materials.
Receive, unpack, and inspect daily freight and parcel shipments for damage and order accuracy.
Log incoming components, raw materials, PCB assemblies, and custom parts into the system and deliver them promptly to the appropriate engineering labs or engineers.
Record and tag high-value lab equipment, tooling, and test rigs for asset management.
Track and receive non-inventory transactions, including consumables, office supplies, IT equipment, and other materials.
Coordinate with logistics providers and customer service representatives to support shipping activities.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized 60,000-square-foot receiving dock and central inventory room.
Operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and stackers to unload freight trucks safely.
Manage cardboard and crate disposal and electronic-scrap recycling programs.
Handle shipping logistics for major projects, customer accounts, demonstrations, and trade shows.
Optimize shipment modes for HR and IT deliveries to other sites and remote employees.
Unload deliveries, verify goods received, record receipts for accounts payable and inventory management, and report damages or discrepancies.
Document outbound material condition and packaging damage on received goods to support transit-damage claims.
Support receiving at other facilities and for remote workers through ERP transactions and accurate receipt recording.
Review and audit master data relating to shipments.
Coordinate inventory movements to and from carriers and third-party logistics partners as needed.
Prepare battery shipments in compliance with hazardous-material guidelines and stay current on logistics regulations and certifications, particularly those related to lithium-ion batteries.
Follow industry best practices and standard operating procedures.
Maintain accurate shipping and receiving data in the MRP system.
Provide backup inventory-management support, including counting and inventory movements.
Maintain shipping certifications and standards recognized by DOT and IATA for dangerous-goods shipping.
Maintain forklift trainer certification.
Handle, store, and move materials according to established storage requirements.
Contribute to the layout of future shipping and receiving areas.

Benefits

401(k) plan with a 6% company match.
Company stock options.
Company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short- and long-term disability insurance for employees.
Benefits eligibility beginning on the first day of employment.
Employee Assistance Program.
Flexible, unlimited PTO and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, for exempt employees.
For non-exempt employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 12 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually.
Catered lunches four times a week and healthy snacks and refreshments at Salem and Pittsburgh locations.
Paid parental leave programs.
Flexible work arrangements.
Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs.
Relocation assistance for eligible roles.
Annual discretionary bonus for eligible roles.