Inventory Control Associate

EPITEC; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off via 401k plan

Job summary

Epitec seeks an Inventory Control Associate for a large Parts Distribution Center in Joliet, IL. This 40-hour, on-site role combines office and warehouse duties, emphasizing accuracy and efficiency in inventory control using Manhattan WMS.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of inventory control or related experience, are comfortable with lifting up to 50 lbs, and can collaborate across teams to maintain inventory integrity. On-site in Joliet, IL is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of inventory control, materials management, or warehouse operations experience.
• Experience with Manhattan WMS or other Warehouse Management Systems.
• Experience with cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, and discrepancy investigation.
• Strong Microsoft Office and data entry skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and reconciliation.
• Support shipment verification, dealer returns, and inventory shortage resolution.
• Collaborate across teams to maintain inventory accuracy and operational efficiency.

Skills

Inventory control

Materials management

Warehouse operations

MS Office

Education

Associate’s degree in materials management or related field

Tools

Manhattan WMS

Cherry Picker operation

Job description

Job Title: Inventory Control Associate

Location: Joliet, IL (Epitec does not support relocation, this position only supports candidates in or around Joliet, IL)

Job Type: W2 Contract (through November, likely to be extended based on client’s needs) | NO C2C | NO CORP TO CORP

Expected Hours Per Week: 40 hours per week

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM or 9:00 AM-5:30 PM. Must be available to work a rotating late shift approximately once per month (10:00 AM-6:30 PM). 100% onsite in Joliet, IL.

Pay Range: $23.00 per hour

Job Description: Seeking an Inventory Control Associate to support a large Parts Distribution Center in Joliet, IL. This position combines office and warehouse responsibilities and is ideal for candidates with strong inventory control experience and exposure to Warehouse Management Systems, particularly Manhattan WMS.

Responsibilities: assisting with physical inventory counts, cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, discrepancy investigations, and maintaining inventory accuracy throughout the warehouse. The role will also support shipment verification, dealer returns, shipped-in-error claims, and inventory shortage resolution. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment and collaborating across multiple teams to ensure inventory integrity and operational efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of inventory control, materials management, or warehouse operations experience or Associate’s degree and at least 1 year of materials management experience.
• Experience with Manhattan WMS or other Warehouse Management Systems
• Experience with cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, and discrepancy investigation
• Strong Microsoft Office and data entry skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (this job will be physical)
• Comfortable working at heights and being trained to operate a Cherry Picker

Benefits:

• 40 hours paid time off
• our 401k retirement savings plan

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