Inventory Control Clerk

Sedona Staffing Services; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

Sedona Staffing Services in Freeport, IL is seeking an Inventory Control Clerk to maintain inventory accuracy in the warehouse by performing routine cycle counts of primary, reserve, and special locations. You will investigate discrepancies, use handheld scanners and WMS/ERP systems, and collaborate with shipping and receiving to ensure inventory integrity.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 1–3+ years in warehousing; ability to lift 40–50 lbs; shift 6AM–2:30PM; weekend/overtime may

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3+ years in warehouse/inventory control preferred.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with WMS/ERP systems.
• Ability to operate forklift, pallet jack, cherry picker and other warehouse equipment.
• Lift up to 40–50 lbs occasionally, stand/walk for long periods, bend, reach, push/pull carts.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work shift hours, possibly weekends or overtime during peak inventory periods or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled cycle-counts of inventory locations.
• Compare physical counts with system records (WMS/ERP) and document discrepancies.
• Investigate root causes of variances and collaborate with warehouse/operations teams to resolve.
• Use handheld scanners, RF equipment or other warehouse systems to record counts and locate inventory.
• Support periodic full physical inventories or audit activities as needed.
• Produce daily/weekly reports on counts, discrepancies, and corrective action status.
• Collaborate with shipping & receiving to ensure inventory integrity.

Skills

Inventory control

Cycle counts

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

WMS/ERP systems

Job description

WAGE: $18-19/HOUR

LOCATION: FREEPORT, IL

1ST SHIFT HOURS: 6AM – 2:30PM

Job Summary

The Inventory Control Clerk is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy in the warehouse by performing routine cycle counts of primary, reserve, and special pick locations. This role investigates inventory discrepancies and works with warehouse operations to implement corrective actions and improve processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled cycle-counts of inventory locations
• Compare physical counts with system records (WMS/ERP) and document discrepancies.
• Investigate root causes of variances (e.g., misplaced items, data entry errors, missing labels) and collaborate with warehouse/operations teams to resolve.
• Use handheld scanners, RF equipment or other warehouse systems to record counts and manipulate inventory locations.
• Support periodic full physical inventories or audit activities as needed.
• Produce daily/weekly reports on count results, discrepancies, and corrective action status
• Collaborate with other departments (shipping & receiving) to ensure inventory integrity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous warehouse, inventory control or cycle count experience preferred (1-3+ years is ideal).
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office & Excel) and familiarity with warehouse/inventory systems (WMS/ERP) preferred.
• Must have the ability to operate a forklift , pallet jack , cherry picker and other warehouse equipment
• Ability to lift up to 40-50 lbs occasionally, walk/stand for long periods, bend, reach, push/pull carts.
• Strong attention to detail, good problem-solving skills, ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Ability to work shift hours, possibly weekends or overtime during peak inventory periods or holidays.

Sedona Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.