Superblock Maintenance Inventory Control Specialist

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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. 

Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.

We have an immediate opening for an SBK Maintenance Inventory Control Specialist.  The Specialist will oversee the ordering, storing, receiving and distributing processes of an organization’s products and supplies. Their main duties include controlling the flow of supplies and equipment, tracking and analyzing inventory maintenance and developing protocols for loss mitigation. This position will report programmatically to the Superblock and administratively to the Defense Technologies Engineering Division (DTED) within the Engineering Directorate.

This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if you are selected at the higher level.

In this role you will

• Maintain accurate inventory records using approved inventory management systems.
• Perform routine cycle counts and reconcile physical inventory with system records.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages, discrepancies, damaged materials, or other inventory concerns.
• Assist with receiving shipments and verify contents against purchase orders and shipping documentation.
• Label, organize, and store materials in designated locations.
• Handle materials appropriately to minimize loss, damage, contamination, or misidentification.
• Pick, pack, stage, and prepare materials for internal or external orders.
• Coordinate with shipping, receiving, purchasing, logistics, maintenance, and operations personnel to support timely order processing.
• Enter receipts, adjustments, transfers, issues, and other inventory transactions accurately into the ERP or inventory management system.
• Generate and maintain routine inventory reports and supporting documentation.
• Communicate inventory issues and status updates to supervisors, customers, requesters, and appropriate support organizations.
• Follow established policies, procedures, work instructions, and internal controls related to inventory handling and control.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe inventory area in accordance with applicable ES&H, security, and facility requirements.
• Participate in general on-the-job training, including operational, equipment, inventory system, and material-handling training.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy, storage efficiency, and workflow.
• Participate in process improvement activities and provide feedback on inventory procedures.
• Perform other assignment-specific duties as required.

Additional job responsibilities at the 538.2 Level

• Coordinate with shipping, receiving, purchasing, logistics, maintenance, and operations personnel to support timely order processing. 
• Support inventory control, warehouse operations, maintenance materials, logistics, and purchasing.
• Reconcile inventory records, investigate discrepancies, and prepare inventory reports.

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. Department of Energy Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to learn and apply inventory control principles, terminology, procedures, and institutional systems.
• Ability to follow established procedures and accurately complete inventory transactions and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, planning, and recordkeeping skills.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, scientists, engineers, skilled technical personnel, customers, and vendors.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, PowerPoint, and related business or inventory systems.
• Ability to comply with ES&H, security, quality, and inventory control requirements.
• Ability to participate in operational, equipment, and job-specific training

Additional qualifications at the 538.2 level

• Experience in analyzing inventory trends, forecasting demand, and generating reports to inform purchasing and operational decisions.
• Proven ability to independently manage inventory operations and resolve inventory discrepancies with minimal supervision
• Ability to coordinate effectively with multiple organizations and resolve routine materials-related issues.
• Relevant experience in a quality-controlled or regulated environment, including ASME NQA-1, is highly desirable and may be required for assignments involving NQA-1-controlled work.

Qualifications we desire

• Experience providing task-specific guidance or training
• Prior experience working in inventory management
• Prior forklift experience

Pay Range 

$34.85 - $53.36 Hourly
$34.85 - $42.68 Hourly for the 538.1 level 
$43.55 - $53.36 Hourly for the 538.2 level 

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting; pay will not be below any applicable local minimum wage.  An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
• Flexible Benefits Package
• 401(k)
• Relocation Assistance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Our values - visit https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values

Security Clearance

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance.  If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing.  Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices

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If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas.  Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

Pre-Placement Medical Exam

A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.

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