Inventory and Logistics Technology Associate

Kelly Services; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking an Inventory & Logistics Technology Associate to support a premier manufacturing client in Chicago, IL. The role emphasizes inventory management, warehousing, logistics, and supply chain operations in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate will maintain accurate inventory, support warehouse operations, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure materials move efficiently throughout the facility. 2–4 years of relevant experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in distribution, warehousing, logistics, inventory management, or supply chain operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to take initiative and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability to accommodate shift changes.

Responsibilities

• Manage warehouse inventory, including receiving, check-in, put-away, labeling, and organization of stock.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure materials are properly stored and identified.
• Perform cycle counts and investigate discrepancies.
• Work closely with the sales and operations teams to support accurate and timely inventory flow.
• Follow established SOPs for warehouse and logistics activities.
• Support internal and external inventory audits.
• Assist with inventory, warehouse, logistics, and supply chain projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Communicate inventory issues, shortages, discrepancies, or other concerns to appropriate team members.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.

Skills

Inventory management

Warehousing

Logistics

Supply chain operations

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

Inventory & Logistics Technology Associate

Location: Chicago, IL

Pay: $25/hour

Schedule: Must be flexible and able to accommodate shift changes

Industry: Manufacturing & Logistics

Position Overview

Kelly® is seeking an Inventory & Logistics Technology Associate to support a premier manufacturing client in Chicago, IL.

This position is ideal for someone with experience in inventory management, warehousing, logistics, distribution, or supply chain operations who is organized, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The Inventory & Logistics Technology Associate will help maintain accurate inventory, support warehouse operations, follow established procedures, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure materials move efficiently throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage warehouse inventory, including receiving, check-in, put-away, labeling, and organization of stock.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure materials are properly stored and identified.
• Perform regular cycle counts and investigate inventory discrepancies.
• Work closely with the sales and operations teams to support accurate and timely inventory flow.
• Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for warehouse and logistics activities.
• Support internal and external inventory audits.
• Assist with inventory, warehouse, logistics, and supply chain projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Communicate inventory issues, shortages, discrepancies, or other concerns to appropriate team members.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in distribution, warehousing, logistics, inventory management, or supply chain operations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to take initiative and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability to accommodate shift changes.

Preferred:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Previous experience with inventory management systems or warehouse technology.
• Experience performing cycle counts or supporting inventory audits.

Why Apply?

• Competitive pay of $25/hour.
• Opportunity to work with a leading organization in the manufacturing and logistics industry.
• Gain valuable hands‑on experience in inventory management and supply chain operations.
• Collaborative and fast‑paced work environment.
• Opportunity to strengthen your experience in logistics, inventory control, warehouse operations, and continuous improvement.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly may use AI‑powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice (https://www.kellyservices.com/hubfs/myKelly/Resources/Employment_Policies/Recruitment-Artificial-Intelligence-Notice.pdf?hsLang=en) .

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.