Inventory Specialist

Job Title: Inventory Specialist Job Description
As an Inventory Specialist, you will be responsible for the physical receipt of parts and entering them into the ERP system. You will label and organize parts, handle picking and scanning parts or kits into Excel spreadsheets, and maintain traceability of all hardware by documenting batch, lot, and serial numbers. Additionally, you will track the movement of parts from picking through shipping, ensuring quality inspection and accurate tracking in Excel spreadsheets. Reporting, investigating, and resolving inventory discrepancies, as well as contributing to process improvements, are key aspects of this role. You will perform ERP system transactions and maintain the cleanliness of your workspace.
Responsibilities

• Physically receive parts and enter them into the ERP system.
• Label and put away parts efficiently.
• Pick and scan parts and kits into Excel spreadsheets.
• Maintain traceability of hardware by documenting batch, lot, and serial numbers in Excel.
• Track movement of parts from picking through shipping.
• Pack and crate parts, ensuring quality inspection has occurred.
• Track shipped versus scanned/not shipped items in Excel spreadsheets.
• Report, investigate, and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Contribute to process improvements.
• Perform ERP system transactions, including receipts, inventory movement, and cashing parts to jobs.
• Maintain cleanliness of workspace.
• Utilize a pallet jack to move products.
• Consistently lift up to 50 lbs.

Essential Skills

• Inventory control and management experience.
• Proficiency in cycle counts.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good computer skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in inventory and material handling, preferably in a manufacturing distribution environment.
• Experience with shipping and receiving.
• Knowledge of warehouse inventory and material handling.
• Familiarity with SAP or other ERP systems.

Why Work Here?
Join a company that is one of the largest employers in the area, offering long-term stability and growth. With a mix of aerospace, defense, and commercial clients, there are opportunities to move into other areas and gain additional skills for individuals who perform well.
Work Environment
Located on Marylands Chesapeake Bay near Baltimore, the facility spans 1.7 million sq. ft. across 180 acres, supporting various commercial customers. The large manufacturing site houses nearly 1,000 people. The work schedule is Monday to Friday from 7am to 3pm, with occasional overtime of 5-10 hours, including some Saturdays.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Middle River, MD.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Middle River, MD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Middle River,MD.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.


Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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