Inventory Technician Intern

KIHOMAC•Byron, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Interns will work 15 – 25 hours per week, with summer interns typically working 40 hours. The role involves assisting with department administrative duties, verifying shipment details, packaging items, moving items to storage, and inspecting item quality, escalating defective products to management. Interns will receive, store, and track shipments, perform data entry in inventory management software, and maintain accurate inventory records. Key responsibilities include maintaining warehouse inventory, operating various warehouse equipment like pallet jacks, powered lifts, and forklifts, and performing inventory picks to ensure correct quantity, quality, and traceability. Interns will also use hand tools to open and seal containers, conduct cycle counts, and maintain a safe and clean 5S work environment, contributing to a productive, safe, and fun culture.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
Current enrollment in, or recent graduation from, an educational program
0+ years of professional experience in the required task area
Must have a basic understanding of work to be performed
Must be a US citizen
Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Office products to include Word, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to learn and operate inventory management software

Responsibilities

Assist with department administrative duties as necessary to learn about the work being performed, and to contribute to completion of department workload
Verify shipment details
Assist with packaging items
Move items to storage areas
Inspect the quality of items for shipment
Elevate defective products to management for action
Receive, store, and track shipments of goods and materials
Perform data entry in inventory management software
Maintain accurate inventory records
Maintain inventory items in warehouse
Operate pallet jacks, powered lifts, forklifts, and general warehouse tools and equipment
Perform inventory picks of parts and materials for orders and ensure the correct quantity, quality, and traceability of all items
Utilize hand tools and appropriate materials to open and seal crates, boxes, and other containers
Perform cycle counts of inventory on monthly, quarterly and annual basis, or as required by management
Maintain 5S – Safe and Clean work environment
Contribute to a productive, safe, and fun culture
Other duties as assigned