3rd Shift Inventory Clerk

Aapstaff; Streamwood (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aapstaff in Illinois seeks a Warehouse Inventory Clerk to maintain accurate records and support operations ensuring timely receipt, storage, and distribution of fresh foods.

You will perform cycle counts, verify quantities, investigate discrepancies, and work with production, shipping, and receiving to maintain accuracy and comply with FIFO and food safety standards. This is a 3rd shift role from 11pm to 9:30am in a refrigerated environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with inventory management, warehouse or logistics.
• Experience with inventory management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Forklift certification or experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
• Perform daily cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
• Verify incoming and outgoing product quantities and documentation.
• Investigate discrepancies and report variances.
• Coordinate with production, shipping and receiving to ensure accuracy.
• Generate inventory reports and maintain records.
• Ensure FIFO and proper product rotation.
• Assist with warehouse organization and storage optimization.
• Follow food safety, quality, and company procedures.

Skills

Inventory Control

Cycle Counting

Data Entry

Warehouse Operations

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Inventory Auditing

Microsoft Excel

ERP/WMS Systems

Time Management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/WMS Systems

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting warehouse operations to ensure the timely receipt, storage, and distribution of fresh food products. Monitors inventory levels, performs cycle counts, investigates discrepancies, and coordinates with warehouse, production, and shipping teams to maintain inventory accuracy and operational efficiency. 3rd Shift - 11pm-9:30am

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records using warehouse management and inventory control systems.
• Perform daily cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
• Verify incoming and outgoing product quantities and documentation.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, shortages, and overages.
• Monitor stock levels and report inventory issues to management.
• Coordinate with production, shipping, and receiving departments to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Generate inventory reports and maintain detailed records.
• Ensure proper product rotation and compliance with FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures.
• Assist with warehouse organization and storage optimization.
• Follow food safety, quality, and company procedures while handling inventory.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous inventory control, warehouse, or logistics experience preferred.
• Experience with inventory management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and data entry accurately.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Forklift certification or experience is a plus.

Skills

• Inventory Control
• Cycle Counting
• Data Entry
• Warehouse Operations
• Problem Solving
• Team Collaboration
• Inventory Auditing
• Microsoft Excel
• ERP/WMS Systems
• Time Management

Achievements/Resume Keywords

• Improved inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and reconciliation efforts.
• Reduced inventory discrepancies by maintaining detailed records and investigating variances.
• Supported on-time production and shipment schedules through effective inventory management.
• Ensured compliance with food safety and quality standards in a refrigerated warehouse environment.