Sr. Operations Specialist, Logistics, Labs
at DoorDash
Location
Dublin, CA; San Jose, CA; Sunnyvale, CA
Compensation
$59k–$87k USD
Type
full time
Posted
2 days ago
Remote
Yes
Market range · company + function + seniority
$93k—$110k—$128k
p25 · target · p75 · n=30
Posted $87k · below the band
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Job description
About the Team
DoorDash Labs is an independent team within DoorDash. We explore robotics and automation to transform last mile logistics in the long term. If you have a passion for applying robotics solutions in a service used by millions of people, then we want to talk to you!
About the Role
The Sr. Operations Specialist, Logistics will play a key role in facilitating supply chain logistics and managing on-site service inventory at DoorDash Labs. You will be responsible for the handling, movement, and organization of materials, components, and finished goods within our autonomous robotics service environment. This role requires a strong understanding of inventory management systems, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to operate various material handling equipment, including those that interact with autonomous systems. You will ensure all of this is tracked in our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). You will work cross-functionally with both the operations and engineering teams to achieve your objectives. You will report to the Manager of Supply Chain and Maintenance Planning in our DoorDash Labs organization.
You’re excited about this opportunity because you will…
- Perform complex material handling tasks, including receiving, unpacking, inspecting, storing, issuing, and shipping a wide range of components and robotic systems.
- Safely and efficiently operate various material handling equipment, such as forklifts, pallet jacks, reach trucks, and potentially interact with autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) for material transport.
- Load and unload materials from trucks, containers, and other transport vehicles, ensuring proper securing and documentation.
- Prepare and pack materials for shipment, ensuring compliance with shipping regulations and customer specifications, including international shipping requirements.
- Handle hazardous materials in accordance with established safety procedures and regulations.
- Utilize and maintain accurate records within CMMS software.
- Perform cycle counts and assist with physical inventory reconciliation, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
- Monitor inventory levels and proactively communicate potential shortages or overages to relevant departments.
- Implement and maintain efficient storage solutions, optimizing space utilization and material accessibility.
- Collaborate effectively with service operations, engineering, quality, and other teams to ensure seamless material flow.
- Train and mentor less experienced logistics specialists on best practices, safety procedures, and system usage.
- Proactively identify and suggest improvements to material handling processes and workflows.
We’re excited about you because you have…
- High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree or technical certification preferred.
- 3+ years of demonstrated experience as a Material Handler or Logistics Associate in a manufacturing or distribution environment, preferably within high-tech, electronics, or robotics industries.
- Proven experience with ERP systems.
- Valid certification and proven experience operating various material handling equipment (forklift, reach truck, etc.).
- Strong understanding of inventory control principles and practices.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to lift and move heavy objects (up to 50 lbs) regularly and perform repetitive tasks.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in Google Suite
- Believe in 1% improvement every day
Compensation
Actual compensation within the pay range listed below will be decided based on factors including, but not limited to, skills, prior relevant experience, and specific work location. Base salary is localized according to employee work location.
DoorDash cares about you and your overall well-being. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to all regular employees, which includes a 401(k) plan with employer matching, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, wellness benefits, commuter benefits match, paid time off and paid sick leave in compliance with applicable laws (e.g. Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act). DoorDash also offers medical, dental, and vision benefits, 11 paid holidays, disability and basic life insurance, family-forming assistance, and a mental health program, among others.
To learn more about our benefits, visit our careers page here.
See below for paid time off details:
- For salaried roles: flexible paid time off/vacation, plus 80 hours of paid sick time per year.
- For hourly roles: vacation accrued at about 1 hour for every 25.97 hours worked (e.g. about 6.7 hours/month if working 40 hours/week; about 3.4 hours/month if working 20 hours/week), and paid sick time accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked (e.g. about 5.8 hours/month if working 40 hours/week; about 2.9 hours/month if working 20 hours/week).
The national base pay range for this position within the United States, including Illinois and Colorado.
$28.40—$41.80 USD
About DoorDash
At DoorDash, our mission to empower local economies shapes how our team members move quickly, learn, and reiterate in order to make impactful decisions that display empathy for our range of users—from Dashers to merchant partners to consumers. We are a technology and logistics company that started by enabling door-to-door delivery, and we are looking for team members who can help us go from a company that is known as the place you order food to a company that people turn to for any and all goods.
DoorDash is growing rapidly and changing constantly, which gives our team members the opportunity to share their unique perspectives, solve new challenges, and own their careers. We're committed to supporting employees’ happiness, healthiness, and overall well-being by providing comprehensive benefits and perks including premium healthcare, wellness expense reimbursement, paid parental leave and more.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We’re committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities. That’s why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.
Statement of Non-Discrimination: In keeping with our beliefs and goals, no employee or applicant will face discrimination or harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, or veteran status. Above and beyond discrimination and harassment based on “protected categories,” we also strive to prevent other subtler forms of inappropriate behavior (i.e., stereotyping) from ever gaining a foothold in our office. Whether blatant or hidden, barriers to success have no place at DoorDash. We value a diverse workforce – people who identify as women, non-binary or gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, American Indian or Native Alaskan, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx, Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander, differently-abled, caretakers and parents, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Thank you to the Level Playing Field Institute for this statement of non-discrimination.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
If you need any accommodations, please inform your recruiting contact upon initial connection.
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