Vital Lyfe
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About Vital Lyfe At Vital Lyfe, we are on a mission to solve global water scarcity by creating innovative desalination systems. This is an opportunity to join a passionate, multidisciplinary team tackling one of the world’s most critical challenges, water.
Mission The Inventory Specialist is responsible for supporting shop operations by managing the receipt, storage, kitting, and issuance of materials, parts, and hardware. The position ensures inventory accuracy, material traceability, and compliance with established procedures while maintaining proper stock rotation, documentation, and housekeeping. The role also supports operational metrics through cycle counting and consistent material handling practices.
What You'll Do
Receive, organize, and distribute raw materials, components, subassemblies, and hardware in support of shop floor operations
Store materials in designated bins, drawers, and racking systems, clearly labeling parts and storage locations
Adhere to established material handling procedures to ensure accuracy, safety, and compliance
Pick and assemble kits of required parts, materials, and hardware, confirming completeness and availability prior to release
Inspect incoming materials against accompanying documentation to verify part numbers, quantities, revisions, and absence of damage
Issue materials using approved documentation, ensuring required serialization, traceability, and lot verification are completed prior to release
Follow all 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 count activities to support inventory accuracy
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of inventory control experience
Preferred Skills And Experience
3+ years of inventory control experience in a warehouse
Experience operating a forklift and other related inventory equipment
Experience and understanding of inventory and kitting processes
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Experience within the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic fields
ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
Bachelor’s degree
Physical / Working Requirements
Ability to work in warehouse and production areas with routine lifting, carrying, and movement of materials
Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and work around active operations safely
Must be able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted
Must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces
Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls
Why Join Vital Lyfe?
Work on high‑impact problems with global relevance
Help scale breakthrough technology in water security and climate resilience
Early ownership in a high‑growth, engineering‑led startup
Join a tight‑knit, mission‑driven team in a fast‑paced environment
Build long‑term career equity as we grow
Vital Lyfe is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with VItal Lyfe is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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Inventory Specialist
role at
Vital Lyfe . Keep your focus on the core responsibilities and qualifications.
About Vital Lyfe At Vital Lyfe, we are on a mission to solve global water scarcity by creating innovative desalination systems. This is an opportunity to join a passionate, multidisciplinary team tackling one of the world’s most critical challenges, water.
Mission The Inventory Specialist is responsible for supporting shop operations by managing the receipt, storage, kitting, and issuance of materials, parts, and hardware. The position ensures inventory accuracy, material traceability, and compliance with established procedures while maintaining proper stock rotation, documentation, and housekeeping. The role also supports operational metrics through cycle counting and consistent material handling practices.
What You'll Do
Receive, organize, and distribute raw materials, components, subassemblies, and hardware in support of shop floor operations
Store materials in designated bins, drawers, and racking systems, clearly labeling parts and storage locations
Adhere to established material handling procedures to ensure accuracy, safety, and compliance
Pick and assemble kits of required parts, materials, and hardware, confirming completeness and availability prior to release
Inspect incoming materials against accompanying documentation to verify part numbers, quantities, revisions, and absence of damage
Issue materials using approved documentation, ensuring required serialization, traceability, and lot verification are completed prior to release
Follow all 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 count activities to support inventory accuracy
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalency certificate
1+ years of inventory control experience
Preferred Skills And Experience
3+ years of inventory control experience in a warehouse
Experience operating a forklift and other related inventory equipment
Experience and understanding of inventory and kitting processes
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Experience within the aerospace, automotive, semiconductor, or electronic fields
ERP system experience (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
Bachelor’s degree
Physical / Working Requirements
Ability to work in warehouse and production areas with routine lifting, carrying, and movement of materials
Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and work around active operations safely
Must be able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted
Must be able to climb ladders and be comfortable working in tight spaces
Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls
Why Join Vital Lyfe?
Work on high‑impact problems with global relevance
Help scale breakthrough technology in water security and climate resilience
Early ownership in a high‑growth, engineering‑led startup
Join a tight‑knit, mission‑driven team in a fast‑paced environment
Build long‑term career equity as we grow
Vital Lyfe is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with VItal Lyfe is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
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