Location: Carson, CA
Employment Type: Full-time, on-site
The Mission
Starpath develops and manufactures the technologies that will enable humans to live on the Moon and Mars. Today, we are building robotic systems that locally produce the essential commodities a lunar civilization will require at extreme scale: water, power, and oxygen. Our ultimate goal is to build and operate a self-sustaining city on Mars.
The Role
Starpath is looking for a highly organized, hands-on Shipping and Receiving Associate to support the movement of materials, components, and flight hardware through our facility.
You will own the day-to-day receiving and shipping process, ensuring that incoming materials are accurately documented, properly handled, and delivered to the right teams. You will also prepare outgoing shipments, maintain accurate inventory records, and help keep our stockroom and receiving areas organized.
The right person for this role takes pride in accuracy, moves with urgency, and understands that reliable material flow is critical to keeping engineering and production on schedule.
Responsibilities
Receive, unload, inspect, and document incoming materials, components, equipment, and supplies
Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment
Load and unload delivery vehicles while protecting materials from damage
Verify incoming shipments against purchase orders, packing slips, and other documentation
Identify and escalate shortages, damaged materials, documentation errors, and other discrepancies
Accurately record receipts, material movements, and shipment details in the company’s inventory or ERP system
Label, organize, store, and distribute materials to the appropriate teams and locations
Coordinate with Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Finance to resolve receiving issues
Prepare domestic and international shipments, including packaging, labeling, weighing, and completing required documentation
Select appropriate packaging methods to protect delicate, high-value, or mission-critical hardware
Schedule pickups and coordinate with carriers such as UPS, FedEx, DHL, and freight providers
Support inventory counts, cycle counts, material kitting, and stockroom organization
Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient shipping and receiving area
Follow procedures for handling sensitive, controlled, hazardous, or electrostatic-discharge-sensitive materials
Help improve shipping, receiving, inventory, and material-handling processes as the company grows
Required Qualifications
1+ year of experience in shipping, receiving, warehousing, inventory, logistics, or a related role
Experience safely operating a forklift in a warehouse, manufacturing, or shipping environment
Ability to obtain and maintain company-required forklift certification
Strong attention to detail and a consistent record of accurate documentation
Experience reviewing purchase orders, packing slips, shipping labels, and carrier documentation
Ability to use inventory, ERP, or warehouse-management systems
Basic proficiency with email, spreadsheets, and standard workplace software
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Clear communication skills and the ability to work effectively across teams
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
Ability to work full-time on-site
Preferred Qualifications
Current forklift operator certification
Experience in aerospace, automotive, defense, advanced manufacturing, or another hardware-focused environment
Experience handling precision components, electronics, or high-value hardware
Familiarity with lot, batch, serial-number, and revision-controlled inventory
Experience with domestic and international shipping documentation
Familiarity with hazardous-material shipping requirements
Experience working in an ERP system
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move materials for extended periods
Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment
Ability to work around warehouse, manufacturing, and testing activities
Willingness to work occasional overtime or adjusted hours when required to support critical shipments
OVERTIME PAY ELIGIBLE
Can opt into healthcare benefits if full-time
EAR Requirements:
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, you must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Equal Opportunity:
Starpath is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Benefits:
At Starpath Robotics, base pay is just one part of your total rewards package. We also offer:
Generous benefits including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
Paid time off, holidays, and flexible policies to support balance.
Professional growth opportunities through training and development.
The chance to own high-impact work that directly shapes the future of robotics & space!
A collaborative, mission-driven culture where craftsmanship and innovation are celebrated.