Inventory Associate

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Inventory Associate plays a key role in maintaining accurate inventory and supporting warehouse operations. This position ensures materials are properly received, tracked, stored, and maintained to support production and client deliverables in a fast-paced environment.

Backup Coverage:

The Inventory Control Associate supports the department and warehouse operations as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain accurate inventory records and perform daily system updates
• Assist with inventory counts, cycle counts, and audits
• Receive incoming materials and verify accuracy against documentation
• Organize and store materials in designated warehouse locations
• Monitor inventory levels and report discrepancies or shortages
• Ensure materials are handled and stored in compliance with safety guidelines
• Follow and support all OSHA and company safety procedures
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Dispose of obsolete or recyclable materials appropriately
• Provide backup support for receiving and warehouse operations as needed
• Assist other departments to support overall business needs
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Willingness to work 40+ hours per week and weekends when necessary.

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED required
• 1–3 years of experience in inventory, receiving, or warehouse environment preferred
• Experience operating forklifts or warehouse equipment preferred
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Familiarity with inventory systems is a plus
• Ability to perform basic math for counts and reconciliation
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical warehouse tasks (standing, bending, lifting, etc.)
• Reliable attendance and flexibility with schedule as needed

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. regularly.
• Prolonged standing, walking, and bending throughout the shiftt

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is typically loud and consistent with a warehouse and production setting.