Inventory Associate I - A

Inventory Associate I

Location: Kent, WA Shift: Monday - Friday 6am PST - 3:30pm PST Compensation: $35 per hour Contract position / 6-month assignment

Responsibilities

Support continuous improvement by evaluating, monitoring, and escalating roadblocks that could cause downstream defects. Support root cause analysis and provide detailed problem-solving insights. Properly operate heavy equipment, including PIT equipment and forklifts, understanding operational mechanics, safety procedures, and maintenance practices. Move heavy parts/materials throughout the facilities using equipment such as electronic pallet jacks, forklifts, reach-trucks, and turret-trucks. Receive shipments, unload deliveries, and visually inspect packages for compliance with SOP standards. Conduct quality control checks, review part requirements, and process accordingly. Document receipts using tools and equipment to upload, store, and close out work orders or receipts following SOPs. Input data into inventory management systems, navigating modules and reading information as needed. Identify appropriate packaging for parts and properly wrap/store items at various workflow stages. Sort, stage, and move packages or storage containers, ensuring security and preventing loss. Label and mark parts with identifiers as outlined in SOPs for workflow analysis. Properly store and audit parts, whether individual or bulk, following SOPs and using good judgment.

Requirements

2+ years of Fulfillment Center Operations experience, including receiving and inventory functions. Desired: Warehouse/Receiving/Inventory experience in the aerospace or automotive industry. Certified forklift experience. Ability to lift 50 lbs. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. Excellent communication skills in a technical environment. Mathematical and analytical skills to define problems, collect data, and draw conclusions. Ability to derive inventory requirements from Bills of Material. Ability to earn trust and maintain positive, professional relationships. Must adhere strictly to safety protocols, including PPE usage and safe operating procedures. Ability to work at least 45 hours per week, with potential for 50-55 hours.