Inventory Specialist

Job Title: Inventory Support Associate - 1st Shift (Temporary with Contract-to-Hire Potential) Job Description
Join a manufacturing facility in eastern Indianapolis providing hands-on support to inventory operations on 1st shift. In this temporary role lasting through September, you will perform manual counts, assist with inventory audits, and complete general labor tasks that help maintain accurate stock levels. Successful performance in this position may lead to opportunities to transition into other roles in the facility on a contract-to-hire basis.
Responsibilities

• Manually count parts, hardware, and related components to ensure accurate inventory records.
• Physically count items and use scales to record weights for inventory tracking.
• Help audit inventory counts by verifying quantities and identifying discrepancies.
• Perform general labor tasks associated with inventory control and production support.
• Assist with cycle counts to maintain accurate and up-to-date inventory levels.
• Use scanning tools and basic inventory systems to record and track items.
• Support inventory control processes to ensure organized and efficient stock management.
• Follow established procedures and quality standards during counting, inspection, and recording activities.

Essential Skills

• Experience with general labor tasks in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Ability to accurately count parts, hardware, and other items by hand.
• Basic proficiency using scales to weigh items and record measurements.
• Understanding of inventory, inventory control, and cycle count processes.
• Ability to perform visual inspection of parts and materials for counting and verification.
• Comfort with scanning items and using basic inventory tracking tools.
• Attention to detail and accuracy when recording counts and weights.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in inventory support, parts counting, or production environments is beneficial.
• Familiarity with inventory audits and cycle counting procedures is a plus.
• Basic understanding of general inspection practices for parts and materials.
• Willingness to perform a variety of general labor tasks as needed.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work scheduled hours, including occasional overtime.

Why Work Here?
This role offers a chance to gain valuable experience in a manufacturing environment while contributing directly to accurate and efficient inventory operations. You can build practical skills in inventory control, production support, and general labor, with the potential to transition into other positions in the facility on a contract-to-hire basis. The consistent 1st shift schedule supports work-life balance, and the environment provides opportunities to learn, grow, and demonstrate your reliability and attention to detail.
Work Environment
This position is based in a manufacturing facility in eastern Indianapolis on 1st shift, working from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Thursday, with some overtime on Fridays as needed. The role is hands-on and physically active, involving standing, walking, manual counting, and use of scales and scanning tools in a production and inventory control setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® 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.

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