Inventory Specialist
Chamberlin Roofing & Waterproofing · Houston, TX · 1 mo ago
ManagementInternship
Responsibilities
- Assist Warehouse Management team with daily tasks and assigned duties.
- Monitor and maintain adequate inventory levels of consumables and unallocated materials to support the field team and reduce out‑of‑stocks.
- Assist in cataloging, monitoring and maintaining an electronic database of all excess job‑related material, including expiration dates.
- Generate and perform routine cycle counts and create reports detailing variances.
- Properly inspect incoming freight, verifying the contents against the packing list and/or purchase order.
- Properly receive incoming deliveries and maintain a daily log in a timely manner.
- Label all incoming job‑related freight with the proper job.
- Properly stock incoming consumables and materials as needed.
- Support Warehouse Operations in the absence of the warehouse manager.
- Operate a forklift and pallet jack to move material and equipment both inside and outside the warehouse.
- Assist field employees in locating and loading project‑specific materials.
- Assist field employees with the return of tools and equipment by unloading, directing storage, and documenting the returned items in the tool log and Hilti Ontrack.
- Assist field employees with the issuance of tools and equipment, documenting needed items in the tool log and Hilti Ontrack.
- Assist field employees with the issuance of authorized consumables and unallocated materials using Hilti Ontrack.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional workspace—including the warehouse, parking lot, and surrounding grounds—and clean trash cans, toilets, and restrooms as needed.
- Assist in unloading incoming freight using a forklift, pallet jack, or dolly.
- Assist with tool inventories performed at the warehouse and job sites.
- Travel to other warehouses individually or as part of a team to assist with tool inventory, warehouse coverage, or delivery.
- Collaborate with the regional Warehouse Management team and Warehouse Director to execute the tool inventory strategy.
- Assist with local deliveries and pickups using light‑duty and medium‑duty trucks.
- May be required to come in early or stay late to support operational or field needs.
- Promote Chamberlin’s Safety Program and always use safe work practices.
- Learn, understand, and demonstrate Chamberlin’s core values of safety, quality, and teamwork.
- Obey all driving safety rules and regulations.
- Other tasks may be assigned by supervisor.
Requirements
- 2–5 years of experience as a Warehouse Associate or similar role, or equivalent education demonstrating ability to operate technology, work in a fast‑paced team environment, and interact professionally.
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- Must be able to read and write fluently in English.
- Must be able to perform basic arithmetic.
- Highly organized and analytical with excellent time‑management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license and authorization to work in the United States.
- Ability to lift at least 50 lb and pass a “fit for duty” exam (lifting, bending, climbing, squatting, etc.).
- Must pass a DOT Physical Exam.
- Ability to work inside and outside of a warehouse in changing weather conditions and in elevated locations.
- Demonstrated good work ethic and ability to work independently.
- Punctual with a good attendance record.
- Ability to obtain forklift and OSHA 10 certifications.
- Willingness to work at least 40 hours per week and overtime when necessary.
Skills
- English speaking; bilingual preferred.
- Computer literate in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Education
High school diploma or GED encouraged but not required; college degree or equivalent experience preferred.