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Inventory Clerk

  • Inventory Clerk job type Posted on: Nov 04, 2026
  • Inventory Clerk experience level Staffing Network
  • Inventory Clerk employment type Chicago, Illinois
  • Inventory Clerk salary Salary: $24 per hour
  • Inventory Clerk employment type Onsite
  • Inventory Clerk salary Full-time

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Job Title :

Inventory Clerk

Job Type :

Full-Time

Job Location :

Chicago Illinois United States

Remote :

No

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Job Description

Job Description
Inventory Control Clerk – Temp-to-Hire

Pay: $24–$25 per hour

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 6:30 AM–5:30 PM
Additional Availability: Overtime and weekends as needed
Location: Chicago IL, 60609.
Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire

We are seeking an experienced Inventory Control Clerk to maintain accurate inventory records, perform daily cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and support warehouse operations.
The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, inventory management experience, and experience operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform daily cycle counts and physical inventory audits to verify stock accuracy.
  • Compare physical inventory against system records, investigate discrepancies, and make corrections as appropriate.
  • Maintain accurate inventory records, product identification, and storage locations.
  • Monitor raw materials and work-in-progress inventory to ensure proper first-expired, first-out (FEFO) rotation.
  • Communicate with production, planning, and warehouse teams to resolve inventory issues.
  • Assist with receiving, shipping, and warehouse stock movement.
  • Safely operate sit-down forklifts, stand-up forklifts, and electric pallet jacks.
  • Inspect products and report damage to the Quality Control team.
  • Complete inventory documentation accurately and on time.
  • Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), personal protective equipment requirements, and workplace safety procedures.
Required Qualifications
  • 3+ years of inventory control or warehouse management experience.
  • 1+ year of experience operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to maintain computerized inventory records.
  • Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate with other departments.
  • Availability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Preferred Qualification
  • Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certification.
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, and handle materials, with occasional bending, reaching, kneeling, and climbing.
Apply Today
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit an updated resume highlighting their inventory control experience and forklift operating skills.

#ZRIME.

Jobcon Logo Position Details

Posted:

Nov 04, 2026

Reference Number:

c187f4b4

Employment:

Full-time

Salary:

$24 per hour

City:

Chicago

Job Origin:

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Job Description

Job Description
Inventory Control Clerk – Temp-to-Hire

Pay: $24–$25 per hour

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 6:30 AM–5:30 PM
Additional Availability: Overtime and weekends as needed
Location: Chicago IL, 60609.
Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire

We are seeking an experienced Inventory Control Clerk to maintain accurate inventory records, perform daily cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, and support warehouse operations.
The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, inventory management experience, and experience operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform daily cycle counts and physical inventory audits to verify stock accuracy.
  • Compare physical inventory against system records, investigate discrepancies, and make corrections as appropriate.
  • Maintain accurate inventory records, product identification, and storage locations.
  • Monitor raw materials and work-in-progress inventory to ensure proper first-expired, first-out (FEFO) rotation.
  • Communicate with production, planning, and warehouse teams to resolve inventory issues.
  • Assist with receiving, shipping, and warehouse stock movement.
  • Safely operate sit-down forklifts, stand-up forklifts, and electric pallet jacks.
  • Inspect products and report damage to the Quality Control team.
  • Complete inventory documentation accurately and on time.
  • Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), personal protective equipment requirements, and workplace safety procedures.
Required Qualifications
  • 3+ years of inventory control or warehouse management experience.
  • 1+ year of experience operating both sit-down and stand-up forklifts.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to maintain computerized inventory records.
  • Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate with other departments.
  • Availability to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Preferred Qualification
  • Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certification.
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to frequently sit, stand, walk, and handle materials, with occasional bending, reaching, kneeling, and climbing.
Apply Today
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit an updated resume highlighting their inventory control experience and forklift operating skills.

#ZRIME.

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