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Job Title: Inventory Associate

Job Description

Join our dynamic team as an Inventory Associate, where you'll play a crucial role in our receiving area for raw materials and potentially assist in shipping. You'll be responsible for managing and maintaining our manual inventory tracking system, specifically for incoming raw aluminum materials, and ensuring their proper storage and transfer to various departments.

Responsibilities

+ Track and manage incoming raw aluminum materials using a manual project management system.

+ Enter and monitor inventory data in a program similar to Excel.

+ Inspect and report non-conforming products during unloading.

+ Provide inventory insights to plant managers and department staff.

+ Communicate effectively with all levels of management regarding inventory and department needs.

+ Ensure high attention to detail and quality in handling delicate materials.

+ Operate a forklift and pallet jack for unloading trucks and transferring materials.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum of 3 years experience in cycle counts, inventory tracking, and overall inventory management.

+ Proficiency in Excel and data/inventory tracking.

+ Experience in receiving and customer service.

+ Ability to perform hand counts and maintain high-level inventory management.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience in the manufacturing industry.

+ Knowledge of shipping and receiving processes.

+ Material handling and warehouse packing skills.

+ Familiarity with quality assurance, sheet metal, and assembly processes.

+ Experience with SAP and clerical tasks.

Why Work Here?

Join one of the most respected manufacturing companies in Richmond, where employees enjoy consistent raises and opportunities for growth. Experience a supportive work environment where your contributions are valued, and be part of a company where employees rarely leave unless necessary due to performance issues. Appreciate the artistic value of our products and enjoy a structured 40-hour work week with potential flexibility.

Work Environment

Work in a very clean and well-lit environment, with processes starting from drill press to final assembly. Though the facility is not climate-controlled with air conditioning, it offers a unique opportunity to witness the craftsmanship of hand-made cushions. Experience a collaborative atmosphere where quality and precision are paramount.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.