Now Hiring: Inventory Specialist – 1st Shift

Inventory Control, Warehouse Operations & Manufacturing

Openwork is seeking an experienced Inventory Specialist for an established manufacturing company in Houston, TX.

This hands-on position involves maintaining accurate inventory records, tracking materials, performing inventory counts, operating forklifts, and supporting daily warehouse and manufacturing operations.

Qualified candidates must have at least 2 years of inventory or warehouse experience in a manufacturing environment, hands-on MRP system experience, and current forklift certification. Candidates must also be able to communicate and understand English and be available to work until at least 4:30 PM daily.

Position Details

• Location: Houston, TX

• Pay: $18.50–$19.50/hr | Weekly Pay

• Schedule: Mon–Fri, starting at 6:00 AM

• Availability: Must be able to work until at least 4:30 PM daily

• Shift: 1st Shift

• Employment: Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire

• Overtime: As needed based on production demands

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records and material tracking

• Enter and update inventory information using an MRP system

• Perform cycle counts, physical inventory counts, and audits

• Identify and resolve inventory discrepancies

• Receive, label, organize, and store manufacturing materials

• Operate forklifts to move, stage, and organize materials

• Track materials moving between warehouse and production areas

• Verify inventory quantities and documentation

• Coordinate with warehouse, receiving, shipping, and production teams

• Maintain clean, organized, and safe storage areas

• Follow inventory control procedures and workplace safety guidelines

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of inventory or warehouse experience in a manufacturing environment required

• Hands-on MRP system experience required

• Current forklift certification and operating experience required

• Ability to communicate and understand English

• Experience with inventory tracking, cycle counts, and material handling

• Basic computer skills and inventory data-entry experience

• Strong attention to detail and inventory accuracy

• Ability to identify and resolve inventory discrepancies

• Good organizational and time-management skills

• Ability to work independently and follow instructions

• Dependable attendance and punctuality

• Comfortable working in a manufacturing and warehouse environment

• Must be available until at least 4:30 PM daily

• Ability to work overtime as needed

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing and warehouse environment

• Regular forklift operation and material handling

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting

• Moving, organizing, and handling warehouse materials

• Computer-based inventory tracking and documentation

• Required PPE and forklift safety procedures

• Extended hours based on production needs

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• $18.50–$19.50 per hour | Weekly Pay

• Full-time, contract-to-hire opportunity

• Monday–Friday, first-shift schedule

• Opportunity to apply inventory control, warehouse, and forklift skills

• Hands-on experience using MRP inventory systems

• Long-term employment potential

Benefits Upon Permanent Hire

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid holidays

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Apply Today

If you have 2+ years of manufacturing inventory or warehouse experience, hands-on MRP system experience, and current forklift certification, we encourage you to apply.

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About Openwork

Openwork has more than 50 years of experience connecting talented professionals with meaningful career opportunities. We are committed to helping people build rewarding careers while supporting employers with exceptional talent.

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