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Lab Inventory Technician, QIP
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The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire an Inventory Technician with experience in fast-paced research and development environments. You will directly contribute to AWS’s effort to bring cloud quantum computing services to its worldwide customer base. This role requires an individual who can balance working and communicating with multiple stakeholders including internal customers, and cross-functional support teams such as finance, trade & compliance and legal.
On this team you will wear many hats, work smart, and iterate quickly. We’re looking for someone who can manage physical inventory and move quickly to meet business needs. Successful applicants will have a strong background in inventory fulfillment and inventory systems, experience with specialty lab equipment and heavy machinery, critical spare part management, lab supplies to include both hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals, and other testing & scientific equipment.
Key job responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:
A day in the life
The Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) aims to deliver quantum computing to AWS's global customer base. You will join a team of inventory and supply chain specialists focused on securing our supply chain and inventory streams. Your contributions will result in reliability and availability metrics for tool operations, fabrication yields, and progress towards mission critical organizational goals.
About the team
Utility Computing (UC) provides product innovations — from foundational services such as Amazon’s Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWS’s services and features apart in the industry. As a member of the UC organization, you’ll support the development and management of Compute, Database, Storage, Internet of Things (IoT), Platform, and Productivity Apps services in AWS, including support for customers who require specialized security solutions for their cloud services.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Diverse Experiences*
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
On this team you will wear many hats, work smart, and iterate quickly. We’re looking for someone who can manage physical inventory and move quickly to meet business needs. Successful applicants will have a strong background in inventory fulfillment and inventory systems, experience with specialty lab equipment and heavy machinery, critical spare part management, lab supplies to include both hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals, and other testing & scientific equipment.
Key job responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:
- Execute day-to-day inventory management tasks for Quantum Computing and site-to-site material transfers
- Monitor stock levels and execute replenishment orders based on established processes
- Communicate with internal customers regarding order statuses and discrepancies
- Maintain accurate inventory records by executing cycle counts and physical inventory checks
- Adhere to all safety protocols and regulatory requirements including chemical storage
- Arrange transportation for site-to-site transfers of inventory
- Update stock location and bin information in our inventory system
- Capture and provide user stories for process improvements
A day in the life
The Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) aims to deliver quantum computing to AWS's global customer base. You will join a team of inventory and supply chain specialists focused on securing our supply chain and inventory streams. Your contributions will result in reliability and availability metrics for tool operations, fabrication yields, and progress towards mission critical organizational goals.
About the team
Utility Computing (UC) provides product innovations — from foundational services such as Amazon’s Simple Storage Service (S3) and Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2), to consistently released new product innovations that continue to set AWS’s services and features apart in the industry. As a member of the UC organization, you’ll support the development and management of Compute, Database, Storage, Internet of Things (IoT), Platform, and Productivity Apps services in AWS, including support for customers who require specialized security solutions for their cloud services.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Diverse Experiences*
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Work/Life Balance
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
Inclusive Team Culture
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship and Career Growth
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Can carry/lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach
- 2+ years of supply chain experience
- 2+ years managing inventory in warehousing, distribution, industrial or laboratory setting
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ year working in a research lab or semi-conductor fabrication facility
- Experience with Jira and Jira Service Management (JSM) for issue tracking, project management, and service desk operations
- Familiarity with the Microsoft 365 suite, including Outlook for email and calendar management, Word for document creation, Excel for data organization and reporting, and SharePoint for team collaboration and document management.
- Familiarity with generative AI tools and concepts is preferred, including experience using AI-powered assistants to support day-to-day tasks such as drafting content, summarizing information, and answering questions.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, CA, Pasadena - 70,400.00 - 84,900.00 USD annually
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