Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for an Inventory Clerk to support shipping, receiving, and inventory control activities for a Long-term Contract position based in South Chicago Heights, Illinois. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, detail-focused, and comfortable working in a warehouse environment where accuracy and timely material movement are essential. The position will help ensure incoming and outgoing shipments are properly documented, materials are routed correctly, and stock levels remain well maintained.
Responsibilities:
- Verify incoming and outgoing shipments by matching physical items against manifests, purchase orders, invoices, and related records.
- Maintain accurate shipping and inventory documentation, including details related to weight, freight costs, damages, shortages, and other variances.
- Create and process shipping paperwork such as bills of lading, work orders, and routing documents to support efficient material flow.
- Communicate with carriers, vendors, and internal teams to resolve issues involving damaged goods, missing items, or specification mismatches.
- Prepare products for dispatch by packing, sealing, labeling, and applying postage or shipment identifiers using appropriate tools and equipment.
- Move materials to designated storage or departmental areas with hand trucks, conveyors, or sorting systems while following safety procedures.
- Monitor and replenish shipping supplies and packaging materials to keep warehouse operations running without interruption.
- Select practical shipping methods and transportation options based on delivery needs, available space, and applicable rates.
- Calculate shipping, storage, and related charges using computer systems, pricing references, and shipment data as needed.
The salary range for this position is $23/hr. to $24/hr. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
- Experience supporting inventory control, shipping and receiving, or warehouse operations in a fast-paced environment.
- Working knowledge of inventory tracking practices and warehouse stock management procedures.
- Ability to unload trucks, restock materials, and handle physical movement of goods safely and efficiently.
- Familiarity with shipping documentation, including bills of lading and related material records.
- Understanding of bill of materials (BOM) information and its use in inventory accuracy and material handling.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies, damages, and documentation errors.
- Basic computer skills for entering shipment data, reviewing records, and performing routine calculations.