About the CompanyWe are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our focus is on capturing civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis.About the JobPanthalassa is building ocean wave–powered green energy systems to unlock abundant, ultra-low-cost renewable energy. As a Logistics Specialist, you’ll run core day-to-day warehouse operations such as receiving, inventory control, internal materials flow, and outbound shipping, while helping us stand up scalable processes as we grow from prototypes to production. You’ll be the hands-on partner to manufacturing and engineering, ensuring the right parts are in the right place, accurately tracked, and shipped on time. As volumes increase, you’ll help define procedures, layouts, and material flow - and grow into leadership as the team scales.Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and be able to thrive in a creative, scrappy, and collaborative environment in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis. Our team members have worked at organizations such as SpaceX, Blue Origin, Boeing, Virgin Orbit, Virgin Galactic, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, New Relic, Bridgewater, Raytheon, Disney Imagineering, and the naval architecture faculty of the University of Michigan.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Receiving &amp; Inbound Materials: Unload freight (LTL/FTL), parcels, and courier deliveries; perform receipts for PO-based materials; document corporate-card purchases; inspect inbound materials and communicate discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Inventory &amp; Material Control: Store/label/organize materials; keep physical organization in sync with digital records; run audits and cycle counts; help establish inventory control procedures and best practices.</li><li>Material Handling &amp; Internal Logistics: Pick, stage, deliver parts and hardware to build areas; repackage/bag-tag/kit per work orders; safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and related equipment.</li><li>Shipping &amp; Outbound Logistics: Pack, label, document, and coordinate carriers; ensure on-time, compliant shipments; maintain shipping records and support export compliance as needed.</li><li>Process Improvement &amp; Growth: Support new warehousing processes, layouts, and material flow strategies; collaborate with leadership on best practices; serve as a right-hand operations partner on logistics/warehouse decisions; grow into a lead/supervisor role as the team matures.</li></ul>Required Qualifications:<ul><li>3–5 years’ experience in logistics, receiving, inventory control, warehouse operations, or material handling.</li><li>Strong hands-on capability across unloading, receiving, stocking, picking, packing.</li><li>Forklift-certified or 2+ years’ forklift experience; strong safety awareness.</li><li>Comfortable in fast-paced manufacturing/aerospace/hardware/startup environments.</li><li>Proficient with basic computer apps (email, spreadsheets, labeling tools) and familiar with ERP/WMS/interim inventory systems.</li><li>Able to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods; valid driver’s license.</li><li>Strong communication; cross-functional collaboration; self-starter with process mindset.</li></ul>Desired Qualifications:<ul><li>5+ years’ multi-function warehouse experience (receiving, inventory, shipping, handling).</li><li>Experience helping implement or transition between ERP/WMS systems.</li><li>Prior aerospace/defense/hardware manufacturing experience; familiarity with flight hardware/engineering terminology/technical components.</li><li>Experience creating SOPs, process documentation, or warehouse layout improvements; interest in leadership and mentoring.</li></ul>The above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.Compensation and Benefits:If hired for this full-time, non-exempt role, you will receive:<ul><li>Cash compensation of $28.00 - $36.00 per hour, depending on experience </li><li>Equity in the company. We’re all owners and if we’re successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.</li><li>A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:<ul><li>Flexible paid time off</li><li>Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)</li><li>Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)</li><li>Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)</li><li>Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)</li><li>Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA</li></ul></li><li>Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).</li></ul>Location:Our offices, lab, and machine shop are located in Portland, Oregon. This position is full time on-site.

<div class="org-about-module-wrapper org-about-module__card-spacing" tabindex="-1" data-artdeco-is-focused="true">
<div>
<div class="org-about-module__description">
<div id="ember55" class="ember-view organization-about-module__content-consistant-cards-description">We are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and&nbsp;deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy&nbsp;potential of its oceans.</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>

Logistics Specialist

About the CompanyWe are a renewable energy and ocean technology company committed to rapidly developing and deploying technologies that will ensure a sustainable future for Earth by unlocking the vast energy potential of its oceans. Our focus is on capturing civilizational levels of ultra-low-cost renewable energy for applications including computing and affordable renewable fuels delivered to shore.The company is a public benefit corporation headquartered in Portland, Oregon and backed by leading venture capitalists, philanthropic investors, university endowments, and private investment offices. We operate as an idea meritocracy in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis.About the JobPanthalassa is building ocean wave–powered green energy systems to unlock abundant, ultra-low-cost renewable energy. As a Logistics Specialist, you’ll run core day-to-day warehouse operations such as receiving, inventory control, internal materials flow, and outbound shipping, while helping us stand up scalable processes as we grow from prototypes to production. You’ll be the hands-on partner to manufacturing and engineering, ensuring the right parts are in the right place, accurately tracked, and shipped on time. As volumes increase, you’ll help define procedures, layouts, and material flow - and grow into leadership as the team scales.Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and be able to thrive in a creative, scrappy, and collaborative environment in which the best ideas change the company’s direction on a regular basis. Our team members have worked at organizations such as SpaceX, Blue Origin, Boeing, Virgin Orbit, Virgin Galactic, Google, Amazon, Microsoft, New Relic, Bridgewater, Raytheon, Disney Imagineering, and the naval architecture faculty of the University of Michigan.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Receiving &amp; Inbound Materials: Unload freight (LTL/FTL), parcels, and courier deliveries; perform receipts for PO-based materials; document corporate-card purchases; inspect inbound materials and communicate discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Inventory &amp; Material Control: Store/label/organize materials; keep physical organization in sync with digital records; run audits and cycle counts; help establish inventory control procedures and best practices.</li><li>Material Handling &amp; Internal Logistics: Pick, stage, deliver parts and hardware to build areas; repackage/bag-tag/kit per work orders; safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and related equipment.</li><li>Shipping &amp; Outbound Logistics: Pack, label, document, and coordinate carriers; ensure on-time, compliant shipments; maintain shipping records and support export compliance as needed.</li><li>Process Improvement &amp; Growth: Support new warehousing processes, layouts, and material flow strategies; collaborate with leadership on best practices; serve as a right-hand operations partner on logistics/warehouse decisions; grow into a lead/supervisor role as the team matures.</li></ul>Required Qualifications:<ul><li>3–5 years’ experience in logistics, receiving, inventory control, warehouse operations, or material handling.</li><li>Strong hands-on capability across unloading, receiving, stocking, picking, packing.</li><li>Forklift-certified or 2+ years’ forklift experience; strong safety awareness.</li><li>Comfortable in fast-paced manufacturing/aerospace/hardware/startup environments.</li><li>Proficient with basic computer apps (email, spreadsheets, labeling tools) and familiar with ERP/WMS/interim inventory systems.</li><li>Able to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods; valid driver’s license.</li><li>Strong communication; cross-functional collaboration; self-starter with process mindset.</li></ul>Desired Qualifications:<ul><li>5+ years’ multi-function warehouse experience (receiving, inventory, shipping, handling).</li><li>Experience helping implement or transition between ERP/WMS systems.</li><li>Prior aerospace/defense/hardware manufacturing experience; familiarity with flight hardware/engineering terminology/technical components.</li><li>Experience creating SOPs, process documentation, or warehouse layout improvements; interest in leadership and mentoring.</li></ul>The above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed.Compensation and Benefits:If hired for this full-time, non-exempt role, you will receive:<ul><li>Cash compensation of $28.00 - $36.00 per hour, depending on experience </li><li>Equity in the company. We’re all owners and if we’re successful, this equity should be far and away the most valuable component of your compensation.</li><li>A benefits package that helps you take care of yourself and your family, including:<ul><li>Flexible paid time off</li><li>Health insurance (the company pays 100% of gold level PPO plan for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)</li><li>Dental insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees and 100% for their partners and dependents)</li><li>Vision insurance (the company pays 100% for full time employees, their partners, and dependents)</li><li>Disability insurance (the company pays 100% for a policy to provide long term financial support if you become disabled)</li><li>Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts, including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA</li></ul></li><li>Relocation assistance to facilitate your move to Portland (if needed).</li></ul>Location:Our offices, lab, and machine shop are located in Portland, Oregon. This position is full time on-site.

Logistics Specialist

About the Job

About the Company

Panthalassa

Similar Jobs

Logistics Coordinator (Industrial Solutions)

Logistics Coordinator (Industrial Solutions)

Stores & Logistics Coordinator

Stores & Logistics Coordinator

Logistics Manager

Logistics Manager

Warehouse Specialist, I

Warehouse Specialist, I

Stores Specialist - Logistics

Stores Specialist - Logistics

LOGISTICS MANAGER

LOGISTICS MANAGER