Inventory Specialist - Fast-Paced Warehouse (Contract)

Rainier Recruiting; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Rainier Recruiting seeks detail-oriented Inventory Associates to support a growing operations team in Kent, WA. This hands-on, fast-paced role focuses on accurate receiving, inspection, storage, and movement of materials in a contract environment.

Responsibilities include unloading shipments, inspecting materials, documenting receipts in inventory systems, and assisting in continuous improvement while adhering to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in fulfillment center, warehouse, or inventory operations.
• Experience with receiving, put-away, picking, shipping, and counting.
• Able to derive inventory requirements from BOMs.
• Strong attention to detail and quality-first mindset.
• Comfortable in a highly technical environment.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and operate forklifts after training.
• Committed to safety protocols and PPE use.

Responsibilities

• Receive and unload inbound shipments from carriers.
• Inspect incoming materials to meet quality standards.
• Document receipts and close out work orders using inventory systems.
• Perform data entry tied to physical inventory movements.
• Package, label, and mark parts per procedures.
• Sort, stage, and store materials to ensure traceable inventory flow.
• Audit storage locations for accuracy.
• Operate material handling equipment with training.
• Support continuous improvement by escalating workflow issues.
• Participate in basic root cause analysis when issues arise downstream.

Skills

Attention to detail

Inventory management

Problem solving

Communication

Physical stamina

Forklift awareness

Tools

Inventory management systems

Job description

Rainier Recruiting seeks detail-oriented Inventory Associates to support a growing operations team in Kent, WA. This hands-on, fast-paced role focuses on accurate receiving, inspection, storage, and movement of materials in a contract environment.

Responsibilities include unloading shipments, inspecting materials, documenting receipts in inventory systems, and assisting in continuous improvement while adhering to safety protocols.