Inventory Associate

Inventory Associate

The Inventory Associate works in the returns department to process returned goods, maintain accurate inventory records, and support overall warehouse operations. This role prepares and stages orders, ensures inventory accuracy through data entry and physical counts, and contributes to a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.

Responsibilities

• Process product returns in the returns department, ensuring accurate documentation and proper handling of materials.
• Prepare orders by processing requests and supply orders, pulling materials, packing boxes, and placing completed orders in the designated delivery area.
• Maintain inventory controls by collecting stock location orders, printing requests, and recording quantities of materials or items received or distributed using a computer system.
• Perform shipping and receiving tasks, including verifying incoming and outgoing shipments and updating inventory records.
• Handle materials safely and efficiently, including loading, unloading, and moving products within the warehouse.
• Operate basic shop tools and equipment safely and in accordance with established procedures.
• Use a forklift and other material handling equipment as needed to move and organize inventory.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and free of hazards to support a safe and efficient operation.
• Sort and place materials or items on racks and in designated storage areas to maintain an orderly warehouse layout.
• Assist with cycle counts and physical inventory counts to verify stock levels and identify discrepancies.
• Perform accurate and timely data entry related to inventory, orders, shipping, and receiving activities.
• Provide general clerical support related to inventory and warehouse documentation as needed.
• Collaborate with team members across departments, including shipping, assembly, and warehouse, to support overall operational needs.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the supervisor to support warehouse and inventory operations.
• Sit or stand for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds as required by daily tasks.

Essential Skills

• Experience working in a warehouse or inventory control environment.
• Knowledge of inventory control and inventory management processes.
• Ability to perform cycle counts and assist with physical inventory.
• Material handling experience, including moving, organizing, and staging products.
• Basic understanding of shipping and receiving procedures.
• Proficiency with data entry for recording inventory and order information in a computer system.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and basic shop tools and equipment.
• Capability to sit or stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds infrequently.
• High School diploma, General Educational Development (GED), or equivalent.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using SAP or similar inventory management software.
• Experience in clerical tasks related to warehouse or inventory operations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when recording inventory data.
• Ability to work collaboratively and assist across multiple departments such as shipping, assembly, and warehouse.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

Why Work Here?

You will join a medium-sized operation that maintains a close-knit, collaborative atmosphere where employees support one another across departments. The role offers steady daytime hours and a work setting that values teamwork, reliability, and shared responsibility. You can expect a fair pay structure aligned with the level of experience required, along with the opportunity to build practical skills in inventory, warehouse operations, and cross-functional teamwork.

Work Environment

This role is based in a medium-sized warehouse environment with approximately 150 employees on site and a small, team-oriented feel. Employees regularly collaborate across shipping, assembly, and warehouse functions, and everyone contributes to different areas as needed. The position follows a first-shift schedule, typically from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The work involves standing, walking, and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds, as well as operating forklifts, basic shop tools, and standard warehouse equipment. The environment is active and hands-on, with an emphasis on maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe workspace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Joppa, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $28.00/hr. 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Joppa, MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.