Inventory Specialist - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Inventory Specialist – 1st Shift Inventory Control | MRP Systems | Forklift Operations

Openwork is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Inventory Specialist to join an established manufacturing company in Oklahoma City, OK 73179 .

This hands-on opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping inventory organized, maintaining accurate records, and supporting daily warehouse and manufacturing operations.

We're looking for a dependable professional with manufacturing inventory experience, MRP system knowledge, and forklift certification who is ready to contribute to a productive team.

• Location: Oklahoma City, OK 73179

• Pay: $18.50–$19.50 per hour | Weekly Pay

• Schedule: Monday–Friday | Starting at 6:00 AM

• Availability: Must be able to work until at least 4:30 PM daily

• Shift: 1st Shift

• Employment Type: Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire

• Overtime: As needed based on production demands

• Maintain accurate inventory records and track manufacturing materials.

• Enter and update inventory information using an MRP system.

• Perform cycle counts, physical inventory counts, and audits.

• Identify and resolve inventory discrepancies.

• Receive, label, organize, and store materials.

• Operate forklifts to safely move and stage materials.

• Track inventory movement between warehouse and production areas.

• Verify inventory quantities and maintain accurate documentation.

• Coordinate with shipping, receiving, and production teams.

• Follow safety procedures and maintain organized storage areas.

• Minimum 2 years of inventory or warehouse experience in a manufacturing environment required.

• Hands-on MRP system experience required.

• Current forklift certification and operating experience required.

• Experience with inventory tracking, cycle counts, and material handling.

• Basic computer skills and accurate data-entry abilities.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies.

• Ability to communicate effectively and understand instructions in English.

• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.

• Dependable attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.

• Must be available Monday–Friday, starting at 6:00 AM and working until at least 4:30 PM.

• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

• Manufacturing and warehouse environment.

• Regular forklift operation and material handling.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting.

• Computer-based inventory tracking and documentation.

• Follow all required PPE and workplace safety procedures.

• $18.50–$19.50 per hour | Weekly Pay

• Consistent Monday–Friday, first-shift schedule

• Full-time, contract-to-hire opportunity

• Opportunity to apply inventory control, MRP, and forklift skills

• Established manufacturing company

• Long-term employment potential

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid holidays

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

If you have 2+ years of manufacturing inventory or warehouse experience, hands-on MRP system knowledge, and current forklift certification , we'd like to hear from you!

Apply today for the Inventory Specialist – 1st Shift position in Oklahoma City, OK 73179.

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