Warehouse Inventory Clerk

Fox Valley Fire & Safety•Elgin, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Inventory Clerk manages daily warehouse activities, including receiving, shipping, forklift operation auditing, and maintaining a safe, organized warehouse. The role supports efficient movement of goods, compliance with safety standards, and accurate handling of inbound and outbound materials for more than 170 field technicians. The position is performed 100% on-site across office and warehouse environments. Duties primarily take place at a workstation using computers and standard office equipment, with regular movement through the warehouse to receive, inspect, identify, and reconcile materials. Warehouse conditions may include varying temperatures and moderate noise.

Requirements

Achieve at least 98% accuracy on inbound and outbound shipments.
Resolve at least 90% of shipping or receiving discrepancies within 24 hours.
Maintain 100% compliance with forklift and warehouse safety procedures.
Pick, pack, and ship at least 95% of field technician orders on time.
Demonstrate improved warehouse organization efficiency, measured by reduced pick/pack times or error rates.
High school diploma or equivalent.
2–4 years of experience in warehouse operations, shipping/receiving, or logistics.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift materials as needed.
Equipment handling, attention to detail, organizational skills, communication, problem-solving, time management, and multitasking.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in supply chain, logistics, or a related field.
Experience with UPS shipping systems.

Responsibilities

Accurately pick, pack, and prepare orders for shipment to field technicians.
Manage outbound UPS shipments, including standard parcel shipments and product returns, with accurate processing and documentation.
Maintain an organized, efficient, and accessible warehouse to support storage capacity, picking efficiency, and inventory control.
Label, relabel, and organize inventory for accurate identification, proper storage, and efficient picking.
Lead daily receiving activities, including unloading deliveries, verifying quantities against purchase orders and packing lists, inspecting materials, and documenting discrepancies.
Ensure safe and proper operation of warehouse equipment, including forklifts, and complete required inspections and checklists.
Work with management, purchasing, and other departments to resolve damaged goods, shortages, incorrect shipments, and other receiving or inventory issues.
Identify and implement improvements to warehouse layouts, inventory organization, material flow, and operational workflows.
Collaborate with sales, purchasing, field service, and other operational departments to support business needs and resolve material-related issues.