Product Recovery Specialist

About Base

Base is building the foundation of American power. The grid is the largest, most complex machine in the world. Yet it’s aging, struggling to keep up with today’s demand, and is unprepared for our electrified future.

Base is modernizing the grid as the first engineering-led, technology-driven power company. We’re deploying a nationwide network of distributed batteries that strengthens critical infrastructure and saves Americans money.

Our team of engineers, operators, creatives, technicians, and electricians design and deploy systems at speed. If you want to tackle the problem that will define this century and shape the future of American energy, now is the time. Join us.

About the Role

The Product Inventory Control Specialist will be a key contributor within Base Power's warehouse and manufacturing operations teams. You'll be responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting material flow of our C-build prototypes, driving continuous improvement in inventory control processes, ensuring that the right parts and products are available at the right time to support manufacturing, service, and distribution operations.

If you're driven by a strong work ethic, thrive on reliability, and enjoy collaborating in an innovative environment, join us in shaping America's energy future. This position involves a variety of tasks that support the efficient operation of our warehouse, including manufacturing, cycle counts and inventory control, organizing materials, operating equipment such as forklifts and electric pallet jacks, and performing physical labor.

What You'll Do

• Perform regular cycle counts (daily/weekly) of inventory items, raw materials, sub-assemblies, finished goods and consumables, and reconcile inventory variances.

• Investigate inventory discrepancies, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions in partnership with warehouse, production, maintenance, quality, finance, and purchasing teams.

• Maintain, monitor, and update inventory data in Odoo ERP systems of all C-billed materials to ensure real-time accuracy of stock levels and locations.

• Support kitting of parts or assembly kits (based on BOMs) for scheduled production or maintenance work orders; ensure materials are staged and available when needed.

• Collaborate with procurement, suppliers, and receiving teams to ensure adequate material levels, avoid shortages, and manage inbound and outbound inventory flows.

• Audit warehouse locations for correct slotting, labeling, compliance with best practices, and ensure that non-conforming or aged inventory is identified and handled properly.

• Operate or be certified to operate mobile equipment as required (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.), lift up to specified weights, and work in a warehouse/manufacturing environment using appropriate safety practices.

What You'll Bring

• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in inventory control, in high-volume operations experience preferred.

• Experience using inventory control systems/ERPs such as SAP, WARP, MOS/MES, NetSuite, Odoo is a plus.

• Strong computer literacy: Excel (intermediate), Google Docs, data analysis capabilities.

• High attention to detail; strong analytical/problem-solving mindset; ability to investigate discrepancies and drive resolution.

• Ability to work independently, manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment, and collaborate cross-functionally.

• Ability to lift up to 75+ lbs and certification on forklift or mobile equipment within a defined timeframe.

• (Preferred) Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, engineering or related field—or equivalent experience. Knowledge of BOMs, manufacturing parts, is a plus.

Preferred / Value-Add Attributes

• Experience in continuous improvement, root-cause analysis, lean-manufacturing or warehouse optimization.

• Experience with cycle-count programs and extensive variance reconciliation.

• Strong communication skills (verbal/written) for collaborating across functions and reporting to leadership.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Warehouse/manufacturing site environment.

• Ability to stand for long periods of time, walk up to 3 miles per day, bend, lift items up to 75+ lbs.

• Ability to operate mobile equipment or be certified within a time frame.

• May involve multiple shifts, early mornings, or overtime depending on operations.

• Fast-paced environment with changing priorities; requires tight coordination and adherence to process controls.
  

Entry-Level $22-$24

Mid-Level $25-$27

RSUs $1,300 Annually (5-year vest)

Our Values

We’re building a winning culture and we’re looking for people who are up for the challenge. Here’s what we expect from day one:

• In-Person Only: We work full-time in the office. No hybrid. No remote.

• Challenge the Status Quo: Question assumptions. Fix broken systems. Principles > rules.

• Move Fast: Focus on what matters, act quickly, and learn by doing.

• Give & Get Feedback: Be direct, be humble. Challenge ideas–including your own.

• Own the Outcome: Take full responsibility. Deliver results. No excuses.

• Act Like an Owner: Be resourceful, mindful of impact, and committed to the business.

• Be Decisive: Drive clarity. Make bold calls with imperfect info.

• Bring the Intensity: This is not a 9-to-5. We're building something hard which requires real commitment.