Inventory Control / Shipping Clerk - LiquidPiston

Inventory Control / Shipping Clerk

This role is fully onsite in Bloomfield, CT, five days per week. The company will be relocating to Suffield, CT later in 2026. LiquidPiston is an innovative engineering company developing next-generation compact, high-performance rotary engines based on a novel thermodynamic cycle. Our technology is designed to deliver significant improvements in size, weight, efficiency, and power density for applications including defense, aerospace, and commercial markets.

The Inventory Control Clerk is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, monitoring stock levels, supporting cycle counts, investigating inventory discrepancies, and assisting with the efficient flow of materials throughout the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate inventory records in ERP/MRP/Excel systems
• Perform daily inventory transactions including receipts, issues, transfers, and adjustments
• Conduct cycle counts and physical inventory audits
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and identify root causes
• Assist with inventory reconciliation and reporting
• Ship to customers and suppliers
• Support purchasing and materials teams with inventory data
• Receive all engine build inventory items
• Process incoming material documentation and verify quantities
• Label, organize, and maintain inventory locations
• Assist with warehouse organization and material identification
• Communicate inventory concerns to purchasing, production, and management teams

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1-3 years of inventory, warehouse, purchasing, or manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Basic understanding of inventory control principles
• Experience with ERP/MRP/Excel systems preferred
• Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills
• Ability to perform basic data analysis and reporting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks

Benefits:

• PTO We value work-life balance and encourage time to rest and recharge. Our benefits include 3 weeks of PTO (which covers vacation and sick time) plus 10 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: medical, dental, and vision plans
• Equity participation : RSUs for all permanent employees
• 401(k) with match : 100% up to 3%, plus 50% match for 3-5% range
• Growth opportunities : Mentorship, training, and leadership development

Our Culture: We challenge convention and solve hard problems. We move fast, think boldly, and iterate quickly. Our team thrives on collaboration, creativity, and resilience. We take calculated risks and believe that every setback is a steppingstone toward breakthrough innovation. Equal Opportunity Employer: LiquidPiston, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. All offers of employment at LiquidPiston are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.