Inventory Specialist (cycle count)

Total Staffing Solutions; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Total Staffing Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Specialist (Cycle Count) to join our Joliet warehouse team. The role focuses on regular cycle counts, accuracy, and safe handling of shipments.

You will perform inventory checks, verify quantities, and help reconcile differences using RF scanners and warehouse systems. The position requires standing, bending, lifting, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accurate counting.
• Experience performing inventory checks and reconciling stock with computer records.
• Ability to perform physical warehouse duties including unloading, standing, bending and lifting.
• Ability to read product labels, packing lists and shipping/receiving paperwork.
• Basic computer knowledge; familiarity with RF scanners is a plus.
• Safe operation of warehouse equipment when trained and authorized.
• Dependable, punctual and able to communicate effectively within a team.
• Experience in inventory control or cycle counting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete Inventory Counts: conduct regular and random counts to match system quantities.
• Resolve Inventory Issues: review differences and submit corrections for approval.
• Unload Deliveries: safely unload freight from trucks and containers following procedures.
• Verify Incoming Shipments: check quantities, damages, labeling, and paperwork.

Skills

Attention to detail

Inventory checks

Team communication

RF scanners

Warehouse safety

Tools

RF scanners

Warehouse inventory systems

Job description

Job Position: Inventory Specialist (Cycle Count) Location: Joliet, IL

Pay Rate: $18.00 - $20.00/hr. based on experience Shift & Hours: 1st, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm

The pay rate is $18.00 $20.00 per hour

Job Responsibilities:

• Complete Inventory Counts: Perform regular and random inventory checks to ensure physical stock matches the quantities listed in the system.
• Resolve Inventory Issues: Review inventory differences, determine possible reasons, record findings, and submit necessary corrections for approval.
• Unload Deliveries: Remove freight from trucks, trailers, and containers safely while following proper handling procedures.
• Verify Incoming Shipments: Check products for correct quantities, damages, proper labeling, and accuracy using packing slips and purchase orders.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately count, track, and document inventory.
• Experience performing inventory checks and comparing physical stock with computer records.
• Ability to handle physical warehouse duties, including unloading freight, standing, bending, and lifting.
• Ability to understand product labels, packing lists, and shipping/receiving paperwork.
• Basic computer knowledge; familiarity with RF scanners and warehouse inventory systems is a plus.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment safely when properly trained and authorized.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to communicate effectively while working as part of a team.
• Previous experience in inventory control, cycle counting, shipping and receiving, or warehouse operations is preferred.

Associate can report any hazards and concerns to the Illinois Department of Labor by call the Department s Day and Temporary Labor Services Act toll-free hotline at 1-877-314-7052 or email at [e-mail]

Total Staffing and QFS does not provide any transportation resources or meals for our associates during any assignments.

You are responsible for your own meals and coordinating getting to and from the job site through your own resources.

Total Staffing and QFS verify all information contained in this statement are True and Correct to the best of our knowledge and ability