Inventory Associate

Varstaff Staffing; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Varstaff Staffing is seeking an Inventory Associate - C at our Orlando, FL facility. In this role you will handle incoming shipments, manage inventory, and operate heavy material-handling equipment to keep records accurate and support continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

You will work across receiving, counting, put-away, picking, and shipping tasks while adhering to strict SOPs and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Fulfillment Center Operations with receiving and inventory functions.
• Experience counting inventory, receiving, packing, put-away, picking, or shipping.
• Proven experience operating heavy equipment (PIT) and forklifts.
• Strong analytical skills to collect data and maintain data accuracy.
• Must meet PPE and safety protocols and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming shipments and verify against SOPs.
• Manage inventory records in the inventory management system.
• Operate heavy material-handling equipment (pits, forklifts).
• Maintain accurate records and perform regular cycle counts.
• Support root-cause analysis and drive continuous improvement while upholding safety.

Skills

Equipment Operation

Receiving & Quality Control

Inventory & Systems Management

Packaging, Staging & Marking

Physical & Safety Requirements

Job description

Varstaff is looking for a Inventory Associate - C.

In this role, you will play a crucial part in fulfillment center operations at our Orlando, FL facility. You will handle incoming shipments, manage inventory, operate heavy material-handling equipment, and maintain accurate records within our inventory management system. Operating in a fast-paced environment, you will drive continuous improvement by identifying operational roadblocks, supporting root-cause analysis, and maintaining high standards of quality control and safety across all workflow stages.

Shift: C Shift | Friday – Monday, 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM

What We’re Looking For Education & Experience

2+ years of experience in Fulfillment Center Operations, specifically within receiving and inventory functions.

Experience in inventory counting, receiving, packing, put-away, picking/kitting, or shipping.

Proven experience operating heavy equipment (PIT) and forklifts in a fulfillment or material handling environment.

Strong communication, mathematical, and analytical skills to collect data, solve operational issues, and maintain data accuracy.

Must-Have Skills

Equipment Operation: Required prior certified forklift experience and proficiency with heavy machinery/PIT equipment (e.g., electronic pallet jacks, reach-trucks, turret-trucks).

Receiving & Quality Control: Ability to unload shipments, visually inspect incoming packages against standard operating procedures (SOPs), and perform required quality control checks per part number.

Inventory & Systems Management: Hands-on experience navigating inventory software, conducting storage audits, systematically documenting receipts, and deriving inventory requirements from Bills of Materials (BOM).

Packaging, Staging & Marking: Expertise in identifying packaging requirements, wrapping, labeling, marking, sorting, and securely staging materials to prevent loss or damage.

Physical & Safety Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly and strict adherence to workplace safety protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines.

Nice-to-Have Skills (Preferred)

Warehouse, receiving, or inventory experience within the aerospace or automotive industries.