Inventory Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Openwork is currently engaged in a search to find a Warehouse Associate with forklift experience and a background in Shipping/Receiving in Temple TX. As a Warehouse Associate, you’ll support daily warehouse operations including inventory handling, shipping and receiving, and ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.

As a Warehouse Associate you’ll be responsible for:

• Operating sit-down and stand-up forklifts to load, unload, move, and stage materials safely and efficiently.

• Picking and preparing customer orders accurately based on pick lists and work orders.

• Receiving incoming shipments and verifying them against packing slips and purchase orders.

• Handling, stocking, and organizing electrical distribution materials including conduit, wire, lighting, panels, breakers, and fittings.

• Maintaining inventory accuracy by performing regular cycle counts and reporting discrepancies.

• Using inventory software and warehouse management systems to track product movement and update records.

• Assisting drivers with loading and unloading delivery trucks and managing will-call customer orders.

• Keeping the warehouse clean, organized, and compliant with safety guidelines.

• Communicating with team members and supervisors to meet shipping and receiving schedules.

• Supporting general warehouse duties as needed including labeling, repackaging, and restocking materials.

What you’ll need:

• 1 year of warehouse experience in warehouse and distribution or a similar industrial environment (required)

• Proficiency in operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts (certification preferred).

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks in a fast-paced setting.

• Familiarity with supply products and warehouse best practices.

• Comfortable using inventory systems and basic computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, warehouse software).

• A strong work ethic, attention to detail, and team-oriented mindset.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Perks:

• $18.00/hour, paid weekly

• Monday – Friday, 8:00-5:00

• Opportunity for long-term growth and advancement

• Vision, medical, dental, and life insurance

• PTO days and major holidays

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About Openwork:

Openwork is a talent-first staffing company on a mission to bring ease and thoughtfulness to an industry we’ve held a footing in for 50+ years. We believe there’s more to life than livelihood, but that finding your dream career or team is a really good place to start. Our family of companies also includes QS Nurses, and Aerospace Solutions. Looking for your dream job or hire? Visit us at to say hello and start building your future together.

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