Inventory Specialist, 2nd Shift

Join ViaPhoton

Are you passionate about turning ideas into reality, embracing ownership, and working at the forefront of connectivity? Join viaPhoton and be part of a culture that thrives on fearless innovation, teamwork, and continuous growth, where learning, unlearning, and relearning are part of the journey.

This dynamic role offers significant ownership and responsibility. We're looking for individuals who excel in environments where their contributions make an impact, are hungry to learn, and are energized by meaningful work that drives company growth while accelerating their career. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, solving next-level problems, and want to help shape the future of innovation, we'd love to hear from you!

Who We Are

ViaPhoton is on an ambitious mission to revolutionize how critical digital infrastructure is manufactured and deployed. Best-in-class data centers and telecom providers need fiber optic solutions delivered in weeks, not months — whether that's for AI infrastructure, 5G networks, or next-generation broadband. We're reimagining fiber optic manufacturing for the AI era. Manufacturing is no longer just an operations challenge, but an automation and speed-to-market problem that customers urgently need solved. In 5 years, we've grown to a team of over 200 and added top hyperscalers to our growing customer base. We've only just gotten started — our ambition is to become the market leader of the $40+ billion connectivity industry.

We seek candidates who will be culture contributors and who align with our core values:

• Fearless Innovation: We are pioneers unafraid to change the norm in relentless pursuit of better
• Forward Together: We believe that when we work together toward a collective goal, we all succeed
• Integrity Over Everything: We believe in long term relationships and doing what is right, always
• Nimble, Always: We are solutions obsessed, move fast, and stay nimble
• Be the Bar: We set our own standard of excellence and hold ourselves to it

Monday - 2nd Shift 3:30pm - 1:00am

Forklift Experience Required

What You Will Do

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Inventory Warehouse Specialist to join our team at our facility in Aurora IL. As an Inventory Warehouse Specialist, you will ensure accurate inventory management and smooth manufacturing operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with excellent communications skills, experience in a manufacturing environment, and proficiency in Excel.

• Manage and maintain inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Identify discrepancies, misidentifications, improper stored merchandise, merchandise not-in-location or overages, and any inventory concerns.
• Assist with the inbound material inspection.
• Fulfill requests from CSM and Sales.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve inventory discrepancies and address any issues that may arise.
• Order picks material to appropriately fulfill incoming orders.
• Validating scheduled inventories.
• Process all inventory reports and identify trends.
• Assign the zones to be counted and audited.
• Review IC reports for discrepancies, changes, and NIL.
• Inspect and verify all changes after management resolved discrepancies.
• Completes material movements and validates inventory counts.
• Process all inventory reports as well as random inbound and outbound audit reports.
• Investigate all Over/Short/Trash requests.
• Assist in the implementation and improvement of inventory management processes and procedures.
• Performs additional duties as required.

What You Will Bring

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively interact with team members and management.
• Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and inventory tracking.
• Experience using forklifts.
• Knowledge of inventory management procedures and general inventory movement practice.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Accurate and detail oriented.
• Familiar with ERP and general procedures, policies, goals, and objectives.
• Exercise caution and strict adherence to safety policies and procedures.

What We Offer

Cutting-Edge Technology – Opportunities to work on the forefront of fiber optic technology.

Professional Development – We're committed to your growth, offering resources, career development, and a culture where your voice is heard.

Fun Team Environment – Monthly team bonding events, free lunches, and activities to keep us connected.

Flexible Paid Time Off – Take time when you need it, with PTO that grows over time plus 10 paid holidays, including two floating holidays to use at your discretion.

401(k) Match – We offer company match to help you plan for your future.

Benefits Overview – To view our comprehensive benefits package CLICK HERE

Ready to Build the Future?

At viaPhoton, we are committed to furthering our culture of inclusion. We reinforce this through our core values and beliefs as well as our processes and strategic goals. We remind team members to seek various viewpoints, learn and be hungry with curiosity, and gain trust.