Lab Logistics, Warehouse Coordinator (Contractor)
About The Position
We are hiring a Logistics, Warehouse Coordinator to support daily material flow between our Etched HQ warehouse operations and in-house engineering labs. This role is critical to ensuring engineers have the right parts, tools, and systems available when needed to keep development and builds on schedule. You will manage incoming and outgoing shipments, inventory organization, internal material distribution, and warehouse processes while maintaining high accuracy and safety standards. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced hardware environment and takes pride in operational excellence across logistics and warehouse workflows.
Requirements
- 2–5 years of experience in warehouse operations, shipping/receiving, or inventory control
- Familiarity with ERP or inventory tracking systems, such as NetSuite or SAP
- High attention to detail and ability to follow standard operating procedures precisely
- Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate closely with Engineering and Operations teams
- Comfort working in a hands-on, physical environment, including lifting and moving materials up to approximately 25 lbs
- Basic proficiency with spreadsheets and inventory tracking systems
Nice To Haves
- Prior lab or warehouse experience in a semiconductor or hardware environment
- Familiarity with startup operations or fast-paced R&D cycles
- Experience supporting inventory audits or compliance processes
Responsibilities
- Receive, inspect, and log incoming shipments, including components, assemblies, tools, and equipment
- Verify quantities and documentation against purchase orders, packing lists, and bills of lading
- Coordinate with Supply Chain and Engineering teams on discrepancies or damaged goods
- Label and route materials to appropriate lab benches, storage locations, or build areas
- Maintain accurate inventory records in internal systems and spreadsheets
- Maintain real-time visibility into material status via ERP (NetSuite) and inventory tracking tools
- Organize and manage storage areas to ensure efficient retrieval and clear part identification
- Conduct cycle counts and support inventory reconciliation efforts
- Maintain clean, safe, and organized lab and warehouse spaces
- Operate basic material-handling equipment, such as pallet jacks and carts
- Ensure compliance with safety and handling requirements for sensitive components, including ESD, fragile, and high-value parts
- Identify opportunities to improve labeling, storage systems, and material flow efficiency
- Interface with lab and engineering teams to understand material requirements and distribute supplies efficiently
- Stage materials for engineering builds and test activities
- Coordinate material movement between lab spaces, warehouse, and manufacturing partners
- Manage RMA shipments and outbound logistics as needed
- Document and improve lab logistics workflows
Benefits
- Paid access to daily lunch and dinner at our San Jose office
- Opportunity to grow into a full-time role as our operations scale
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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