Inventory Control Specialist

Job Title:  Inventory Control Specialist

Location: Fremont, CA

Employment Type: Contract

Industry: Semiconductor 

Compensation: $32.14/ hour

Schedule:  Tuesday to Saturday, 1:00 pm-9:30 pm PST

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking an organized and proactive Inventory Control Specialist to support manufacturing operations through inventory management, purchasing coordination, and materials tracking. In this role, you'll work closely with manufacturing, engineering, safety, training, and leadership teams to ensure inventory accuracy, timely material availability, and efficient procurement processes.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Be part of a collaborative manufacturing environment that values continuous improvement.
• Gain exposure to inventory management, procurement, and high-volume manufacturing operations.
• Work with industry-standard ERP and purchasing platforms.
• Enjoy a long-term contract opportunity with the potential to make a meaningful impact on operational efficiency.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the opportunity to support critical manufacturing operations while driving inventory accuracy and process improvements. You'll play an important role in ensuring materials and supplies are available to keep production and engineering teams operating effectively.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Sound like a good fit?

TODAY

What You'll Do:

• Perform non-BOM purchasing activities for manufacturing, pilot, safety, training, and engineering organizations.
• Verify ordering and receiving data while maintaining accurate inventory records and documentation.
• Monitor the movement of materials and parts between departments to support production schedules.
• Develop inventory performance reports and provide updates to leadership teams.
• Provide administrative and clerical support for manufacturing and procurement operations.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years of experience supporting inventory control, purchasing, procurement, or material management activities.
• 2+ years of experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and OneDrive.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and perform physical activities including standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, squatting, and reaching for more than 25% of the workday.

What Sets You Apart:

• Experience using ERP and purchasing systems such as SAP, Appian, QuickBase, and Ariba.
• Strong computer proficiency and data management skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify process enhancements.
• Excellent written communication and professional email skills.
• Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing environments.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.
• Lifting Requirements: Up to 35 pounds.
• Work Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday, 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM PST (Swing Shift).
• Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

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Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.