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Inventory Control & Warehouse Supervisor

Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to spacecraft, that empower customers worldwide with unmatched access to critical information from space. Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine spacefor people, systems, and missions in every domain. Umbra's ecosystem operates through three business units: Remote Sensing (the data), Space Systems (the components), and Mission Solutions (the platforms). Together, our teams develop capabilities that deliver persistent access, resilient performance, and mission-ready solutions, advancing U.S. space leadership while keeping the world safe and informed.

If you want to work on cutting edge space technology while maintaining the highest standard for innovation and mission ready performance, you belong here at Umbra.

As the Inventory Control & Warehouse Supervisor at Umbra, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and efficient flow of materials that support the production of our next-generation space systems. You will lead day-to-day warehouse and inventory operations while driving continuous improvement across inventory management, material movement, receiving, shipping, and production support.

In this role, you'll work closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Production Planning, Quality, and Engineering to ensure materials are available where and when they're needed to enable mission success. This is an on-site position based in our Santa Barbara/Goleta, CA office.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day inventory control and warehouse operations, including receiving, shipping, storage, and material movement to support manufacturing activities.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, physical inventories, inventory reconciliations, and accurate ERP/MRP transactions.
• Coordinate production kitting and material staging to ensure materials are available to support manufacturing schedules and customer commitments.
• Maintain material traceability and compliance with internal quality requirements, including lot and serial number control and audit readiness.
• Partner closely with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Planning, and Quality teams to resolve material issues and optimize inventory flow.
• Analyze inventory performance, identify operational risks, and recommend process improvements that enhance inventory accuracy, warehouse efficiency, and overall material flow.
• Develop, document, and maintain warehouse procedures and inventory control processes to support operational excellence and compliance.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient warehouse environment while adhering to company policies and safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.