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Job Title: Inventory Specialist

Job Description

We are looking for an Inventory Specialist to join our team. This is a first shift position from 7 AM to 3:30 PM, with some weekend projects for overtime. The role is a 6-12 month rolling contract. The ideal candidate will be responsible for physically counting parts, tracking them across various buildings, and entering data into Excel. Attention to detail and accuracy are paramount.

Responsibilities

• Physically count parts ranging from screw size to computer size.

• Access the company system to find and count 7-digit part numbers.

• Track down parts which could be located in any building (A, B, W, or Commerce Parkway).

• Be a part of the counting and inventory team.

• Bring a computer to the parts and enter data into Excel.

• Save and send findings to the counting team to determine next steps.

• Ensure accuracy in all counting and data entry processes.

• Spend 95% of the time on the manufacturing floor.

• Adhere to safety protocols, including wearing steel-toed boots, hearing protection, safety glasses, and a bump hat.

• Perform line audits for leading IRA indicators.

• Update and post IRA Value Stream Metrics in the area.

• Lead Value Stream board meetings to review metrics not performing at target levels.

• Capture action items and follow up with owners to drive improvement.

• Execute small action items such as hanging signs, adding labels, and taking pictures.

Essential Skills

• Asset inventory management

• Attention to detail

• Comfort with data entry and Excel

• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift

• Comfortable working independently on the manufacturing floor

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Audit and quality experience is nice to have

• Ability to lead organized meetings

• Excel and organizational skills

• Strong email communication

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values accuracy and attention to detail. Work in a dynamic environment where you will have the opportunity to lead meetings and drive improvement initiatives. Enjoy the flexibility of a rolling contract and the potential for overtime projects. Benefit from a culture that prioritizes safety and teamwork.

Work Environment

You will be working on the manufacturing floor, spending 95% of your time in this environment. Safety equipment such as steel-toed boots, hearing protection, safety glasses, and a bump hat are required. The role involves a lot of walking and standing throughout the entire shift. You will be part of the counting team and will work independently for most of the day.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Decatur, Illinois.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $17.00

• 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 Decatur,IL.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 25, 2024.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.