Job Title: Warehouse Inventory Specialist
Job Description
This role focuses on accurately managing warehouse inventory by counting large volumes of items on pallets, using scan guns to pick and pack orders, and preparing shipments. The position offers room for growth within a clean, technology-driven warehouse environment and suits a well-rounded warehouse professional who enjoys hands-on work and contributing to a collaborative team.
Responsibilities
Count and verify hundreds of inventory items on pallets with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Use scan guns to pick and pack customer orders according to established procedures.
Prepare orders for shipment, including labeling, staging, and organizing outgoing products.
Perform general warehouse duties such as material handling, stocking, and organizing inventory.
Support shipping and receiving activities, including checking in incoming shipments and processing outgoing orders.
Maintain accurate inventory records and update data using Microsoft Excel and warehouse computer systems.
Operate warehouse equipment, including forklifts, to move and organize materials as needed, where qualified and trained.
Assist with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly warehouse environment.
Adapt to various warehouse tasks as a jack-of-all-trades, supporting different operational needs as they arise.
Collaborate with team members to meet daily order volume and productivity goals.
Essential Skills
Minimum 3 years of warehouse experience.
Strong attention to detail, especially when counting and verifying inventory.
Proven strong work ethic and reliability.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Previous forklift experience.
Experience with warehouse, materials handling, and inventory processes.
Experience in shipping and receiving operations.
Basic computer skills, including the ability to enter and manage data in Microsoft Excel.
Ability to lift up to 60 lbs safely and repeatedly.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bi-lingual (Spanish) communication skills.
Experience operating forklifts in a warehouse setting.
Comfort using or learning warehouse management software such as Nextsweep (training provided).
Background in handling tile, masonry tools, or related building materials is beneficial.
Experience working in smaller, growing companies where flexibility and versatility are valued.
Why Work Here?
You will join a growing, forward-thinking organization that offers clear room for growth and advancement. The company fosters a clean, modern, and technology-enabled warehouse environment supported by a positive, free-thinking culture. Team members enjoy a relaxed yet professional atmosphere, strong camaraderie, and the opportunity to grow with a business that has expanded steadily over the years. As one of the earlier hires in a growing operation, you will have the chance to make a meaningful impact and shape future processes and practices.
Work Environment
The role is based in a very clean and well-maintained warehouse that also includes an on-site showroom for tile and masonry tools and equipment. The company primarily sells products online and processes approximately 1,400 orders per month, creating a steady and engaging workflow. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., for a 40-hour work week. The environment is described as free-thinking and relaxed, while still focused on productivity and quality. You will work with modern warehouse technology, including scan guns and a computer program called Nextsweep (with training provided), as well as Microsoft Excel for data entry and inventory tracking. The facility recently relocated and continues to grow at a measured pace, offering a stable yet dynamic setting where employees can develop alongside the business.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Hamden, CT.
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 Hamden,CT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 27, 2026.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
