Robotics Shipping & Receiving Clerk — Growth & Equity

Persona AI; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance-based bonus

Medical benefits (99% employer covered

Early-stage equity

Paid time off

Winter break Dec 24–Jan 2

Job summary

Persona AI is hiring a Shipping and Receiving Clerk to manage the steady flow of parts into and out of our Houston facility. You will receive and inspect materials, log them in ERP, and prepare shipments to customers and partners in the United States and abroad.

You’ll work closely with Procurement, Engineering, and Operations to flag shortages and ensure on-time delivery, while handling hazardous materials safely and maintaining organized inventory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3-5 years of experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse, or logistics roles, ideally in manufacturing, engineering, or a technical environment.
• Experience with inventory management or ERP systems and standard office tools (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets).
• Working knowledge of carrier platforms (e.g., FedEx, UPS, DHL) and freight / LTL shipping.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when counting, labeling, and documenting materials.
• Clear communication skills and comfort coordinating with engineers, vendors, and carriers.
• Ability to prioritize and stay organized in a fast-moving, early-stage environment.
• Forklift and pallet jack experience, or willingness to obtain certification.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Receive incoming shipments, verify contents against purchase orders and packing slips, and inspect for damage or discrepancies.
• Log received items in our inventory or ERP system and route them promptly to the right engineering, build, or test team.
• Pick, pack, crate, and label outbound shipments, including high-value robot assemblies, prototypes, and spare parts.
• Prepare shipping documentation such as bills of lading, packing lists, commercial invoices, and export paperwork for international shipments.
• Coordinate pickups and deliveries with carriers, freight forwarders, and couriers; track shipments and resolve delays or damage claims.
• Maintain accurate inventory through cycle counts, stock reconciliation, and organized storage of parts and materials.
• Work with Procurement, Engineering, and Operations to flag shortages, backorders, and incorrect deliveries.
• Handle and store hazardous materials (e.g., lithium-ion batteries, compressed gases, chemicals) in line with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Keep the receiving dock and warehouse areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Help build and improve shipping and receiving processes as the company scales.

Skills

Shipping & Receiving

Inventory management

ERP systems

Carrier platforms

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

ERP systems

Job description

Persona AI is hiring a Shipping and Receiving Clerk to manage the steady flow of parts into and out of our Houston facility. You will receive and inspect materials, log them in ERP, and prepare shipments to customers and partners in the United States and abroad.

You’ll work closely with Procurement, Engineering, and Operations to flag shortages and ensure on-time delivery, while handling hazardous materials safely and maintaining organized inventory.