Associate - Inventory I - A

EPITEC; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

EPITEC is seeking an Associate I – Inventory to support receiving, inventory management, material movement, and fulfillment operations in a fast-paced warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with inventory control, warehouse operations, and powered industrial equipment while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

The role requires 2+ years in warehouse settings, forklift certification, and proficiency with inventory systems, with a

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in warehouse, fulfillment center, receiving, or inventory operations.
• Forklift certification and experience operating powered industrial equipment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and PPE compliance.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Strong attention to detail and dedication to quality.
• Effective communication skills in a technical or operational environment.
• Basic mathematical and analytical skills.
• Ability to identify problems, gather relevant data, and support resolution efforts.
• Ability to interpret inventory requirements from Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Proven ability to build positive working relationships and contribute to an inclusive team environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and process incoming shipments from carriers.
• Inspect incoming materials and packages to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Perform inventory transactions, data entry, and work order processing within inventory management systems.
• Conduct quality control checks and verify part requirements according to established procedures.
• Package, wrap, store, and prepare materials throughout fulfillment and manufacturing workflows.
• Sort, stage, label, and identify materials to maintain inventory accuracy and traceability.
• Store materials properly and conduct inventory audits in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Operate powered industrial equipment, including forklifts, reach trucks, turret trucks, and EPJs.
• Move heavy materials and components safely throughout the facility.
• Identify operational issues, elevate roadblocks, and support root cause analysis efforts.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving activities.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Inventory control

Powered industrial equipment

Safety and PPE compliance

Attention to detail

Data entry / inventory systems

Communication in technical/ops env

Mathematical / analytical skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Inventory management system

Forklift operation

EPJs / reach trucks / turret trucks

Job description

Associate I – Inventory

Location: Orlando, FL 32832
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-4:30 PM
Pay Rate: $25.10/hour
Positions Available: 4

Position Summary

We are seeking an Associate I – Inventory to support receiving, inventory management, material movement, and fulfillment operations in a fast-paced warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will have experience with inventory control, warehouse operations, and powered industrial equipment while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, unload, and process incoming shipments from carriers.
• Inspect incoming materials and packages to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Perform inventory transactions, data entry, and work order processing within inventory management systems.
• Conduct quality control checks and verify part requirements according to established procedures.
• Package, wrap, store, and prepare materials throughout fulfillment and manufacturing workflows.
• Sort, stage, label, and identify materials to maintain inventory accuracy and traceability.
• Store materials properly and conduct inventory audits in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Operate powered industrial equipment, including:
  • Forklifts
  • Reach trucks
  • Turret trucks
  • Electronic pallet jacks (EPJs)
• Move heavy materials and components safely throughout the facility.
• Identify operational issues, elevate roadblocks, and support root cause analysis efforts.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and problem-solving activities.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in warehouse, fulfillment center, receiving, or inventory operations.
• Previous forklift certification and experience operating powered industrial equipment.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance with PPE requirements.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Strong attention to detail and dedication to quality.
• Effective communication skills in a technical or operational environment.
• Basic mathematical and analytical skills.
• Ability to identify problems, gather relevant data, and support resolution efforts.
• Ability to interpret inventory requirements from Bills of Material (BOMs).
• Proven ability to build positive working relationships and contribute to an inclusive team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Warehouse, receiving, or inventory experience within the aerospace or automotive industry.
• Experience working with inventory management systems and fulfillment operations.
• Knowledge of material handling, inventory auditing, and warehouse best practices.