Inventory Specialist

Inventory Clerk

Job Description

The position is responsible for the accurate accounting of inventory including receiving, processing, recording, and distributing supplies and materials. It involves performing a variety of clerical duties including data entry and maintenance of files and records.

Responsibilities

• Receive and release containers, processing all associated documentation.
• Clean inside and outside of containers under supervision, following CSafe documentation.
• Interact with transport company drivers during deliveries and container releases.
• Prepare outgoing containers for shipment, including cleaning and testing per CSafe approved documentation.
• Coordinate with Logistics and Customer Service to ensure proper documentation and special instructions for loads.
• Enter information in inventory systems as required.
• Operate simple warehouse equipment as necessary.
• Perform other related manual tasks as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Mechanical aptitude
• Forklift operation experience
• Inventory management
• Data entry proficiency
• Computer skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Must have inventory experience
• Experience in a warehouse environment

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values employee well-being with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Take advantage of a 401(k) plan, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts. Enjoy generous paid time off, including 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays. Benefit from company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage. Embrace opportunities for remote work, educational reimbursement, and gym membership reimbursement, all within a supportive and inclusive work culture.

Work Environment

The role is based in a clean repair facility at ORD, operating under a provider of cold chain shipping solutions. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 1st shift from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, offering a structured and organized work environment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Plaines, IL.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Des Plaines,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.

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.