Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Inventory Technician
Job Description
The Inventory Technician receives, inspects, labels, and stores materials, hardware, and building components while maintaining accurate inventory records in a warehouse setting. This role ensures stock levels remain accurate and sufficient, supports supply chain and production activities, and contributes to a clean, efficient, and safe warehouse environment.
Responsibilities
- Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials, hardware, and building components against packing slips and documentation.
- Label and store incoming materials in designated locations to ensure easy identification and retrieval.
- Maintain accurate inventory records through regular cycle counts, physical audits, and timely system updates in the ERP system.
- Track stock levels and proactively flag low inventory, discrepancies, or issues to the supply chain team.
- Collaborate closely with the supply chain team to support reordering activities and vendor coordination.
- Pick, kit, and stage materials for manufacturing production runs and installation crews according to bills of materials (BOMs) and work orders.
- Process inbound and outbound shipments, including verifying documentation and ensuring correct quantities and item details.
- Organize and maintain warehouse spaces to ensure clean, efficient, and safe operations, including proper placement of materials and use of shelving.
- Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts, to move and store materials safely and efficiently.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies in inventory and material flow processes and suggesting improvements.
- Ensure adherence to lean inventory and 5S principles where applicable to improve organization and reduce waste.
- Communicate effectively with team members and other departments to coordinate material availability and resolve inventory issues.
Essential Skills
- Experience with inventory control, inventory management, and cycle counts.
- Hands-on experience in receiving materials and managing stock in a warehouse or similar environment.
- Proficiency with ERP systems or inventory management software for record-keeping and system updates.
- Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in inventory records and documentation.
- Ability to read and interpret packing slips, bills of materials (BOMs), and work orders.
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and remain on your feet for extended periods.
- Team-first mindset with strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Material handling experience, including working with shelving and organized storage systems.
- Ability to operate or learn to operate forklifts and related warehouse equipment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in manufacturing, construction, or prefab/modular building environments.
- Familiarity with lean inventory principles or 5S methodology.
- Forklift certification or willingness to obtain forklift certification.
- Comfort working in a warehouse setting with a focus on organization, safety, and efficiency.
Why Work Here?
You will join a team-focused environment where collaboration, accuracy, and continuous improvement are highly valued. The organization promotes a culture of safety, efficiency, and respect, giving you the opportunity to develop your skills in inventory management and material handling. You will have the chance to contribute directly to streamlined operations and process improvements while gaining experience with modern warehouse practices and systems.
Work Environment
This role is based in a warehouse setting that supports manufacturing and installation operations. You will work around shelving, material racks, and staging areas while using material handling equipment such as forklifts. The position requires standing and walking for extended periods and lifting up to 50 lbs as part of daily tasks. The environment emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and safety, aligning with lean and 5S principles to maintain an efficient and orderly workspace.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gardena, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $24.00/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 Gardena,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Company DescriptionWe 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 meet 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 in solving 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.
Company Description
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 meet 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 in solving 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.