Inventory Control Specialist

Kelly Services; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Training & Growth

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist in Taylor, TX to manage parts and materials for a premier manufacturing client. The role focuses on accurate inventory control, cycle counts, and safe operation of forklifts within a structured shifts environment.

You’ll receive comprehensive benefits after 30 days, with 120 hours PTO/Sick Leave, 10 paid holidays, and opportunities for career growth in a safety‑first manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of shipping, receiving, or inventory management experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience operating forklifts and material handling equipment preferred.
• Exposure to ERP/logistics systems such as SAP, UPS WorldShip or similar platforms is a strong plus.
• Able to lift up to 45 lbs. and wear PPE as required.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and proactive safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, inspecting, stocking, tracking, and issuing spare parts and raw materials directly to manufacturing lines.
• Driving inventory accuracy by conducting cycle counts, inventory audits, and reconciling variances.
• Investigating inventory discrepancies and partnering with production teams on root‑cause analysis.
• Preparing accurate shipping documentation, executing outbound transactions, and conducting final shipment inspections.
• Safely operating material handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Serving as the go‑to point of contact and providing excellent customer service at the Spare Parts counter.
• Mentoring and training new team members in inventory procedures and SOP compliance.

Skills

Receiving

Stocking

Inventory control

Cycle counts

Root cause analysis

Shipping documents

Forklift operation

Customer service

Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

UPS WorldShip

Job description

Finding a job that fits your lifestyle isn't always easy. That's where Kelly® comes in. We're seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to work at a premier manufacturing client in Taylor, TX . Sound good? Take a closer look below. We're here to help you find something great that works for you—so you won't miss a moment of what really matters in your life.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation:$23.00/hour

Why you should apply to be an Inventory Control Specialist:

• Schedule Options: Enjoy built-in multi-day weekends and true work-life balance on a compressed work week schedule:

• Shift A: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, SUN–TUE + every other WED

• Shift C: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, THU–SAT + every other WED

• Shift B: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, SUN–TUE + every other SAT

• Shift D: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, WED–FRI + every other SAT (Shift assignment discussed during interview; overtime & holiday coverage as required)

• Generous Paid Leave: 120 Hours of PTO/Sick Pay annually plus 10 Paid Holidays.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance eligible after only 30 days.

• Safety & Growth: A safety-first, clean manufacturing environment with dedicated training and clear pathways for career advancement.

What's a typical day as an Inventory Control Specialist? You'll be:

• Receiving, inspecting, stocking, tracking, and issuing spare parts and raw materials directly to manufacturing lines.

• Driving inventory accuracy by conducting cycle counts, inventory audits, and reconciling variances.

• Investigating inventory discrepancies and partnering with production teams on root‑cause analysis.

• Preparing accurate shipping documentation, executing outbound transactions, and conducting final shipment inspections.

• Safely operating material handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.

• Serving as the go‑to point of contact and providing excellent customer service at the Spare Parts counter.

• Mentoring and training new team members in inventory procedures and SOP compliance.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Hold a High School Diploma or GED (required).

• Bring 2+ years of shipping, receiving, or inventory management experience (preferred).

• Have hands‑on experience operating forklifts and material handling equipment (preferred).

• Have exposure to ERP/logistics systems such as SAP, UPS WorldShip, or similar platforms (a strong plus).

• Can routinely lift up to 45 lbs. and comply with PPE requirements (hard hat, safety vest, steel/composite‑toe shoes).

• Bring strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to team safety.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiralive Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.