Inventory Control Clerk
FREEPORT, IL
Contract
Inventory Control Clerk
WAGE: $18-19/HOUR
LOCATION: FREEPORT, IL
1ST SHIFT HOURS: 6AM – 2:30PM
Job Summary: The Inventory Control Clerk is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy in the warehouse by performing routine cycle counts of primary, reserve, and special pick locations. This role investigates inventory discrepancies and works with warehouse operations to implement corrective actions and improve processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct scheduled cycle-counts of inventory locations
- Compare physical counts with system records (WMS/ERP) and document discrepancies.
- Investigate root causes of variances (e.g., misplaced items, data entry errors, missing labels) and collaborate with warehouse/operations teams to resolve.
- Use handheld scanners, RF equipment or other warehouse systems to record counts and manipulate inventory locations.
- Support periodic full physical inventories or audit activities as needed.
- Produce daily/weekly reports on count results, discrepancies, and corrective action status
- Collaborate with other departments (shipping & receiving) to ensure inventory integrity.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous warehouse, inventory control or cycle count experience preferred (1-3+ years is ideal).
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office & Excel) and familiarity with warehouse/inventory systems (WMS/ERP) preferred.
- Must have the ability to operate a forklift , pallet jack , cherry picker and other warehouse equipment
- Ability to lift up to 40-50 lbs occasionally, walk/stand for long periods, bend, reach, push/pull carts.
- Strong attention to detail, good problem-solving skills, ability to work both independently and in a team.
- Ability to work shift hours, possibly weekends or overtime during peak inventory periods or holidays.
If you are interested, please submit your resume to monroe@careerpros.com
or call 608-330-0055.
Sedona Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
