Inventory Control Technician

Aleron; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 54,443,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions in Blacksburg, VA is seeking an Inventory Control Technician for a 12‑month temp assignment. You will support inventory accuracy and material control across multiple stockroom locations to keep production flowing smoothly.

You will verify part numbers and quantities in the ERP system, investigate discrepancies, and collaborate with receiving, stockroom, kitting, and production teams to resolve variances and document adjustments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in inventory control, cycle counting, or warehousing.
• Experience maintaining accurate ERP records.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled ABC cycle counts and targeted inventory audits across stockroom locations.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, units of measure, and storage locations against ERP system records.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies by reviewing receipts, transfers, material issues, returns, and related transactions.
• Coordinate with receiving, stockroom, kitting, and production teams to resolve variances and support corrective actions.
• Document count results, maintain traceable inventory records, and submit adjustment requests through established approval processes.

Skills

Inventory control

Cycle counting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Job Title: Inventory Control Technician

Location: Blacksburg, VA

Employment Type: Temp (12 months)

Industry: Aerospace and Defense

Compensation: $17.00 - $19.00/hr.

Schedule: 40 hours/week - 1st shift

About the Opportunity

• We are seeking a detail‑oriented Inventory Control Technician to support inventory accuracy and material control across multiple stockroom locations.
• In this role, you'll perform cycle counts, investigate inventory discrepancies, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve inventory integrity and support efficient production operations.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team‑driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People‑first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting

• This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

• Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do

• Perform scheduled ABC cycle counts and targeted inventory audits across stockroom locations.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, units of measure, and storage locations against ERP system records.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies by reviewing receipts, transfers, material issues, returns, and related inventory transactions.
• Coordinate with receiving, stockroom, kitting, and production teams to resolve inventory variances and support corrective actions.
• Document count results, maintain traceable inventory records, and submit adjustment requests through established approval processes.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in inventory control, cycle counting, warehouse operations, stockroom management, or material handling.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F‑1 OPT STEM work authorization status.