Inventory Associate I - A

Varstaff Staffing; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Varstaff Staffing is seeking an Associate - Inventory I - A in Orlando to handle receiving, inspection, and data entry within a fast-paced fulfillment center. You will operate forklifts, manage BOM-based inventory, and ensure accurate records throughout the process.

The role requires 2+ years in inventory/receiving, forklift certification, ability to lift 50 lbs, and strict adherence to safety standards to maintain world-class quality in manufacturing and fulfillment workflows.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years in fulfillment center operations, focusing on receiving and inventory.
• Certified forklift experience; willingness to train on multiple forklift types.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Strict safety SOP adherence and attention to detail.
• Ability to derive inventory requirements from BOM and perform basic data collection.

Responsibilities

• Receiving & inspection of shipments according to SOPs.
• Document receipts, close out work orders, and input data into the inventory system.
• Safely operate forklifts and PITs to move materials.
• Wrap, label, and stage parts to prevent loss in the workflow.
• Assign storage locations and perform routine inventory audits.
• Monitor workflow and participate in root cause analysis to prevent defects.

Skills

Inventory control

Data entry

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

BOM interpretation

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Tools

Inventory management system

Job description

Varstaff is looking for an Associate - Inventory I - A:

Schedule & Location

Shift: A Shift (Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM).

Key Responsibilities

Receiving & Inspection: Unload incoming carrier shipments, visually inspect packages for defects, and complete quality control checks according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Inventory & Data Entry: Document receipts, systematically close out work orders, and input physical delivery data accurately into the inventory management system.

Material Handling & Equipment: Safely operate heavy machinery and Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) to move materials, including forklifts, electronic pallet jacks (EPJs), reach-trucks, and turret-trucks.

Packaging & Staging: Correctly wrap, package, label, and securely stage parts, boxes, or crates to prevent loss throughout the manufacturing and fulfillment workflow.

Storage & Auditing: Assign storage locations for bulk or individual parts and perform routine inventory audits.

Problem Solving: Monitor and escalade workflow roadblocks, participating in root cause analysis to prevent downstream defects.

Required Qualifications

Experience: 2+ years of fulfillment center operations experience, specifically within receiving and inventory functions.

Equipment: Previous certified forklift experience (and willingness to drive/train on multiple forklift types).

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly.

Safety & Quality: Strict adherence to safety protocols (including PPE) and a strong commitment to attention to detail and world-class quality.

Technical & Soft Skills: Ability to derive inventory requirements from Bills of Material (BOM), perform basic mathematical/analytical data collection, and communicate effectively in a technical environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Industry Context: Warehouse, receiving, or inventory experience specifically within the aerospace or automotive industries.