Inventory Control Clerk- 2nd Shift

CVS Health•Jersey City, NJ

3d•$17 - $34

About The Position

CVS Health is hiring an Inventory Control Clerk to support inventory accuracy and quality in a distribution center. The role reconciles stock discrepancies, processes returns and product withdrawals, conducts cycle counts, handles damaged inventory, and supports receiving and seasonal inventory operations. The position also involves safely operating mobile-powered equipment after training and collaborating with internal partners and vendors to keep inventory flowing efficiently. This is a full-time position with 40 anticipated weekly hours. The work takes place in a warehouse with seasonal temperature changes and requires frequent physical activity, including lifting and walking. The role may require overtime or flexible hours when needed. The typical pay range is $17.00–$34.15 per hour, with the actual offer depending on experience, education, geography, and other factors.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
0–6 years of prior relevant work experience.
Ability to read, write, and count accurately.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently with minimal supervision.
Comfort working on a computer or tablet.
Ability to work overtime and/or flexible hours if needed.
Understanding of distribution center operations.
Frequently lift 20 to 50 pounds and occasionally lift 75 pounds.
Frequent bending, reaching, and stooping; constant walking, standing, lifting, pulling, and climbing stairs.

Nice To Haves

Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally.
Comfort working with Excel and running reports.
Experience working with a web-based WMS system.
Inventory or quality control experience in a distribution center.
Past vehicle experience on a Double Reach truck.

Responsibilities

Reconcile inventory discrepancies to maintain stock levels and communicate variances to teams.
Process and coordinate returns, recalls, and product withdrawals through an internal system.
Conduct cycle counts for inventory as assigned by the system or supervisor.
After training, safely operate turret trucks, cherry pickers, or other mobile-powered equipment, including staging pallets and loading trucks.
Handle damaged stock and repair items for restocking when possible.
Measure and prepare new inventory, correct sizing discrepancies, and optimize placement for efficiency.
Assist receiving with exception management, vendor communication, and oversight of the exceptions area.
Collaborate with partners to ensure timely sizing, billing, and shipping of seasonal inventory.
Perform other duties assigned by leadership.