Inventory Specialist

The Inventory Specialist position requires experience in warehousing operations, strong technical skills (equipment operation, cycle counting of material, space utilization knowledge, handling efficiencies, etc.), in-depth knowledge of inventory management programs as they pertain to Velo3D’s internal operations and goals, a strong understanding of business software (ERP e.g. NetSuite, Product Lifecycle Management, etc.), and strong interpersonal and communication skills.

This position will be responsible for material handling duties in support of internal and external customers for production sustainment, Research and Development (RnD)/New Product Integration (NPI[FR1] ) activities, and servicing external customers via shipments. Additionally, this position is responsible for daily operational activities that support the goals and direction of the department.

Responsibilities

• Receiving materials, physically and systematically, to be used in production operations and engineering projects.
• Physically and systematically moving approved materials to support production and engineering demands as well as supporting internal operations of the warehouse.
• Assist in physically and systematically moving non-conforming materials and materials pending inspection within quality guidelines.
• Point-of-use parts replenishment for internal production and projects, including support of part requests, Kanbans, work orders, sales orders, material transfers (MTs), special projects, etc.
• Performing varying systematic transactions within Velo3D’s ERP system.
• Complying with materials management policies and processes, including First In, First Out (FIFO) material rotations, 5S, Safety,
• Good Documentation and Warehouse Practices, etc.
• Participating in daily cycle counting.
• Operating powered material handling equipment (e.g. forklifts, electric pallet jacks).
• Communicating via e-mail the status of material movements and transactions to key stakeholders (when appropriate).
• Become knowledgeable on all key tasks performed within the warehouse.
• Other duties as assigned.

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