Inventory Control Quality Assurance Lead

NextDeavor; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

NextDeavor is seeking a Key ICQA Lead for the 1st shift to lead warehouse quality and inventory control, coaching frontline staff, and partnering with supervisors. This onsite role runs Monday–Friday, 6:30am–3:00pm, with a focus on accurate inventory, compliant processes, and safe material flow.

You will use WMS, perform daily counts, certify forklift operations, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive process improvements while upholding safety standards in a fast-paced warehouse

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of warehouse operations experience.
• Certified forklift/PIT operator with experience on reach truck, sit-down forklifts, order picker, and sit-down clamp.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods; good physical stamina and coordination.
• Experience using Excel and familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work the 1st shift schedule (Mon-Fri, 6:30am–3:00pm) onsite.

Responsibilities

• Coach and train warehouse team members on SOPs and WMS usage.
• Assist supervisors with daily assignments, troubleshooting, and enforcing process compliance.
• Receive, unload, load, and palletize freight; verify paperwork, counts, and damages; sign Bills of Lading.
• Operate reach truck, sit-down forklift, order picker and other powered industrial trucks for loading/unloading and staging.
• Prepare outbound loads, label freight, handle ULDs, and stage cargo for shipment per SOPs.
• Perform inventory reporting, stock checks, weekly bond checks, and duties related to bonded import freight.
• Maintain general housekeeping and warehouse organization to meet safety and quality standards.
• Recommend process improvements, assist in developing SOPs, and execute DFT/security procedures.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Forklift operation

Excel

Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Reach truck

Sit-down forklift

Order picker

Sit-down clamp

Job description

### Become a Key Player as an ICQA Lead - 1st ShiftYou will lead and support the warehouse quality and inventory control function to ensure accurate inventory, compliant processes, and safe material flow. You will coach and train frontline warehouse staff, partner with supervisors and cross-functional teams, and work onsite on a consistent 1st-shift schedule (Monday–Friday, 6:30am–3:00pm).### Here's How You'll Make an Impact on the Team- Coach and train warehouse team members on SOPs and proper use of the Warehouse Management System (WMS).- Assist supervisors with daily assignments, troubleshooting, and enforcing process compliance.- Receive, unload, load, and palletize freight; verify paperwork, counts, and damages; sign Bills of Lading.- Operate reach truck, sit-down forklift, order picker and other powered industrial trucks for loading/unloading and staging.- Prepare outbound loads, label freight, handle ULDs, and stage cargo for shipment per SOPs.- Perform inventory reporting, stock checks, weekly bond checks, and duties related to bonded import freight.- Maintain general housekeeping and warehouse organization to meet safety and quality standards.- Recommend process improvements, assist in developing SOPs, and execute DFT/security procedures.### Here's What You'll Need to Be Successful in This Role- Minimum 2 years of previous warehouse operations experience.- Certified forklift/PIT operator with experience on reach truck, sit-down forklifts, order picker, and sit-down clamp.- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods; good physical stamina and coordination.- Experience using Excel and familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).- Must be at least 18 years old.- Ability to work the 1st shift schedule (Monday–Friday, 6:30am–3:00pm) and work onsite.### Here's What Else Might Help You Out- High school diploma or GED.- Familiarity with Bills of Lading, shipping manifests, delivery orders, and bonded freight procedures.- Flexibility to work varied hours/days as needed.- Ability to speak Spanish.### Pay Range$22.55/hour### Ready to Make Your Mark?This role may fill quickly. Submit your resume to be considered.