Inventory Specialist

Inventory Specialist

We are seeking experienced, detail-oriented Inventory Specialist/Forklift Operators to join our Irving team. We are building out our team and looking for dependable operators who bring a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a genuine willingness to learn and grow with the company. This role is focused on the safe, efficient operation of sit-down forklifts to move, load, and unload materials, along with accurate product handling, scanning, and labeling in a fast-paced, climate-controlled warehouse.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate a sit-down forklift (electric or propane) safely and efficiently to move, load, and unload materials throughout the warehouse.
• Use RF scanners to accurately track, verify, and log inventory movement.
• Print and apply shipping and product labels, ensuring all information is correct and legible.
• Stage, organize, and transport goods in support of export and air freight operations.
• Perform palletization of products according to company standards and load requirements.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail in all documentation and product-handling tasks.

Secondary Duties:

• Confirm correct labeling, counts, and storage locations to ensure inventory integrity.
• Assist with general warehouse operations as needed, including staging, organizing, and transporting goods.
• Support team members and adapt to shifting priorities to keep operations running smoothly.

Qualifications:

• Prior forklift operating experience required; sit-down forklift (electric or propane) experience preferred.
• RF scanner experience and knowledge of printing labels.
• Export and air freight experience is a big plus.
• Fast learner with a good attitude and a willingness to learn and grow with the company.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to speak English.
• Must have reliable transportation (rideshare/Uber is not acceptable).

Schedule & Pay: Pay rate: $18.50$21.00 per hour, based on experience.

Work Environment & Dress Code:

• Climate-controlled warehouse; role involves heavy lifting.
• PPE required: steel-toed boots. A DSV safety vest is provided (a $25 fee applies if the vest is not returned).
• Dress code: jeans and a t-shirt with no offensive language or graphics.

Requirements:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be able to pass a drug test.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must meet STA (Security Threat Assessment) requirements.