Inventory Specialist

Inventory Specialist

The Inventory Specialist accurately receives, stores, issues, and tracks materials and tools within a manufacturing environment. This role maintains precise inventory records, ensures the accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments, and supports production by safely operating material handling equipment such as sit-down forklifts and overhead cranes.

Responsibilities

• Receive and count stock items to maintain accurate inventory levels.
• Stock items using identification tags, stamps, electric marking tools, or other labeling equipment.
• Run inventory reports and update records in ERP systems and RF scanners to ensure data accuracy.
• Dispatch parts and record all transactions to keep inventory information current and reliable.
• Store items in warehouse, tool rooms, supply rooms, or other designated areas in an organized manner.
• Inspect incoming parts and materials, identifying and recording any damage, shortages, or nonconformance to specifications.
• Verify the accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments against documentation and system records.
• Prepare work orders, bills of lading, and shipping orders to support shipping and logistics activities.
• Issue tools, equipment, and supplies as requested, ensuring proper documentation and control.
• Clean supplies, tools, equipment, and storage areas to maintain a safe and orderly work environment.
• Report broken or defective tools and equipment promptly to support timely repair or replacement.
• Safely load and unload materials using a sit-down forklift.
• Operate an overhead crane in accordance with safety procedures to move heavy materials.
• Support order pulling and picking activities to fulfill internal and external requests.
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to ensure efficient material flow within the manufacturing facility.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2+ years of inventory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency operating a sit-down forklift for loading, unloading, and material movement.
• Experience operating an overhead crane in a production or warehouse setting.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and RF scanners for inventory tracking and transaction processing.
• Proven experience in order pulling and picking within a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to accurately receive, count, and record stock items and maintain precise inventory records.
• Skill in verifying accuracy of incoming and outgoing shipments and identifying discrepancies.
• Ability to prepare work orders, bills of lading, and shipping orders accurately and efficiently.
• Capability to inspect parts for damage, shortages, and nonconformance to specifications and document findings.
• Comfort working in a climate-controlled manufacturing environment across different shifts.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to maintaining a clean and orderly workspace.
• Ability to follow safety procedures when operating material handling equipment and handling materials.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Heavy forklift experience (36K capacity) is a plus.
• Experience operating a reach truck is preferred.
• Experience operating a cherry picker is preferred.
• Familiarity with issuing tools, equipment, and supplies in a tool room or warehouse environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing setting and adapt to changing priorities.

Why Work Here?

Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package once they convert to direct employment, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance, as well as company-paid life and disability insurance. The organization supports work-life balance through paid family leave, paid time off for sick and vacation time, and paid holidays. Team members can take advantage of flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, and wellness programs with incentives, along with a 401(k) retirement plan featuring a company match to support long-term financial well-being.

Work Environment

The role is based in a climate-controlled manufacturing environment designed to support comfort and consistent operations throughout the year. Team members work with material handling equipment such as sit-down forklifts, overhead cranes, and potentially heavy forklifts, reach trucks, and cherry pickers. The position follows a shift-based schedule, with a 1st shift running from 5:00 AM to 2:30 PM and a 2nd shift from 2:00 PM to 12:30 AM. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and cleanliness in warehouse, tool room, and storage areas while supporting efficient production and inventory control.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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 Houston, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 2026.