Warehouse Operations Specialist

Jobtailor; Wixom (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Wixom, MI is seeking a Warehouse IQC specialist to receive, inspect, and control incoming materials. You will manage ERP inventory, perform cycle counts, and support continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting.

The role requires 3+ years in warehousing or similar, ERP experience, and a forklift license preferred. A proactive, detail-focused, team player is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in warehouse, logistics, or goods receiving.
• Experience using ERP systems and standard IT tools.
• Forklift license preferred or willing to obtain one.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work independently in a structured manner.

Responsibilities

• Receive and register incoming goods.
• Unpack and inspect received components and materials.
• Perform Incoming Quality Control (IQC) per procedures.
• Handle non-conforming materials and support supplier claims.
• Put away materials and maintain inventory in the ERP system.
• Pick and issue materials to production.
• Perform cycle counts and inventory checks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse.
• Support continuous improvement and process optimization.

Skills

IQC

ERP Proficiency

Forklift License

Lean Methodologies

Attention to Detail

Inventory Management

Cycle Counts

Quality Control

Goods Receiving

Process Optimization

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Tools

ERP Systems

Standard IT Tools

Job description

• Receive and register incoming goods
• Unpack and inspect received components and materials
• Perform Incoming Quality Control (IQC) according to established procedures
• Handle non-conforming materials and support supplier claims in cooperation with the Quality Department
• Put away materials and maintain accurate inventory records in the ERP system
• Pick and issue materials to production
• Perform cycle counts and inventory checks
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization activities

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience working in a warehouse, logistics, or goods receiving environment
• Experience using ERP systems and standard IT tools
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Forklift license is preferred or willingness to obtain one
• Flexible, responsible, and proactive approach to work
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work independently and in a structured manner
• Experience with quality control or Incoming Quality Control (IQC) preferred
• Technical understanding and experience from a manufacturing, electronics, or automation environment preferred
• Knowledge of Lean, 5S, or continuous improvement methodologies preferred
• Must be local to the position location
• Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Incoming Quality Control (IQC) and inventory management within a warehouse environment, utilizing ERP systems for accurate record-keeping and process optimization. Strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean and 5S.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Incoming Quality Control (IQC)
• ERP System Proficiency
• Forklift License
• Lean Methodologies
• Attention to Detail

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Inventory Management
• Quality Control
• Cycle Counts
• Process Optimization
• Goods Receiving

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Teamwork
• Proactive Approach
• Flexibility
• Independence

Certifications & Qualifications

• Forklift License

Industry Keywords

• Warehouse Management
• Logistics
• Continuous Improvement
• 5S
• Manufacturing

Tools & Technologies

• ERP Systems
• Standard IT Tools