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Inventory Control Specialist
Knightscope, Inc.
Downey, USA
Full-time
Junior · 2+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered Yesterday
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Role Overview
The Inventory Control Specialist owns inventory accuracy and control across Knightscope's ECD facilities in Downey, CA.
Using NetSuite as the system of record, this role manages receiving, storage, inventory transactions, and cycle counts, and partners with the KHQ team in Sunnyvale to ensure Downey counts are accurate and work order (WO) processes are followed.
This is also a flex role that supports Downey production when needed.
Key Skills for This Role
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Key Responsibilities
- Own and manage all inventory across Knightscope's Downey, CA facilities, using NetSuite as the system of record.
- Receive, inspect, label, and put away incoming materials, and process all receipts, transfers, and adjustments in NetSuite accurately and on time.
- Maintain organized storage and bin locations so every item has a defined location that matches system records.
- Perform scheduled cycle counts and support month-end physical inventory counts, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
- Partner with the KHQ team in Sunnyvale to reconcile Downey counts, coordinate inter-site transfers, and keep inventory records accurate across locations.
- Ensure WO processes are followed, including kitting, issuing materials to WOs, and closing WOs in NetSuite.
- Monitor stock levels, flag shortages and reorder needs to KHQ procurement, and support material availability for production schedules.
- Manage inventory, non-inventory, and serialized items in line with Knightscope's part classification standards.
- Maintain inventory documentation, reports, and audit trails, and recommend improvements to inventory processes and controls.
- Serve as a flex resource for Downey production, supporting assembly, kitting, and other production tasks as needed.
- Follow all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards, and help keep the warehouse and production areas clean and organized.
Required Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse, or materials management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on experience processing inventory transactions in an ERP system; NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
- Working knowledge of receiving, cycle counting, physical inventory, and work order processes.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record keeping.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
- Ability to read and interpret part numbers, BOMs, packing slips, and purchase orders.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to coordinate with remote teams at KHQ.
- Willingness to support production tasks when needed, including basic assembly and use of hand tools.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and operate a pallet jack; forklift certification is a plus.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly DOE
- Equity: Stock options
- Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off
- Location Requirement: Full-time, on-site at Knightscope ECD facilities in Downey, CA
Preferred Qualifications
- Hands-on experience processing inventory transactions in an ERP system; NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and operate a pallet jack; forklift certification is a plus.
About Knightscope, Inc.
Electronics Manufacturing400 employeesFounded 2013
Public American security technology company providing autonomous robots, AI software, and licensed human security services to commercial and government clients.
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