Joby Aviation · 4 hours ago
Shop Inventory Manager
Santa Cruz, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$97K/yr - $159K/yrJoby Aviation is a pioneering company in the air taxi industry, working towards certifying their innovative aircraft. They are seeking a highly organized Shop Inventory Manager to oversee material, tool, and consumable inventory for the Composite Rapid Development team, ensuring all resources are available for rapid prototyping and testing activities.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Implement, manage and maintain material, consumable, tool, and equipment inventory on a daily basis for CRD shop operations with up to date accurate inventory tracking
Order consumables, materials, tools, equipment at lowest cost, manage supplier relationships, inspect incoming shipments for accuracy and quality
Organize storage areas, manage stock rotation, and analyze turnover
Generate data from inventory tracking to use in forecasting inventory needs based on shop size and project
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop and storage environment
Comply with all safety, quality, and operational policies
Qualification
Required
Previous experience with inventory management; retail, warehouse, and or manufacturing
HS Diploma or GED Equivalent
Experience with inventory management software, Microsoft Office
Ability to analyze data to optimize stock levels and identify discrepancies
Strong organizational and logistics skills to manage stockroom layout and movement
Effective communication skills for interacting with suppliers, technicians, and management
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced shop environment
Ability to operate a forklift (certification preferred or ability to obtain)
Valid driver's license with the ability to transport materials between facilities
Ability to lift, carry, and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs aided or unaided throughout the day
Preferred
Experience supporting R&D, aerospace, aviation, or advanced manufacturing work environments
Composite material and consumable knowledge
Abrasives, cutting, grinding, painting, drilling, fastening, bonding knowledge pertaining to hardware and consumables
Benefits
Paid time off
Healthcare benefits
A 401(k) plan with a company match
An employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance
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Company
Joby Aviation
Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.
Founded in 2009
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.26BKey Investors
Toyota MotorGovernor’s Office of Business & Economic DevelopmentBaillie Gifford
2026-01-29Post Ipo Equity· $576M
2026-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $662.4M
2025-10-07Post Ipo Equity· $591M
Leadership Team
Eric Allison
Chief Product Officer
Gregory Bowles
Chief Policy Officer
Recent News
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