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Job Title: Inventory Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Inventory Specialist for a first-shift position from 7AM to 3:30PM. This is a 6-12 month rolling contract with opportunities for overtime on some weekends. The role involves physically counting parts of various sizes, from small screws to larger components, and accurately entering data into Excel spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Physically count parts of varying sizes, including screws and computer-sized components.

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

• Track down parts that may be located in different buildings, including A, B, W, or across the street at Commerce Parkway.

• Work as part of the counting and inventory team.

• Bring a computer to the parts for data entry purposes.

• Enter data into Excel without manipulating the spreadsheet.

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

• Ensure accuracy in all inventory counts.

• Work on the manufacturing floor, requiring steel toes, hearing protection, safety glasses, and a bump hat.

• Stand and walk for the entire shift.

• Perform line audits for leading IRA indicators.

• Handle extra parts, unidentified parts, MTS tags out of location, in transits, grief, kit audits, and scan audits.

• 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

• Experience with asset inventory and inventory management.

• Ability to physically count parts and ensure accuracy.

• Comfortable working on the manufacturing floor.

• Proficient in data entry and using Excel.

• Attention to detail.

• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift.

• Comfortable working independently throughout the day.

Work Environment

This position is based on the manufacturing floor, requiring 95% of the time to be spent there. The role involves lots of walking and standing. The work environment necessitates wearing steel toes, hearing protection, safety glasses, and a bump hat. The team is focused on accuracy and efficiency, providing a dynamic and engaging work atmosphere.

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 Jan 17, 2025.

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.