**Job Title: Inventory Specialist** **Job Description** We are seeking a dedicated Inventory Specialist who excels in managing product returns, inspections, and restocking. The ideal candidate will have experience with inventory tracking systems and maintaining accurate stock levels, along with proficient data entry skills for processing returns and updating inventory records. **Responsibilities** + Handle product returns, inspections, and restocking efficiently. + Maintain accurate stock levels using inventory tracking systems. + Perform accurate and efficient data entry for processing returns and updating inventory records. + Conduct cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy. + Collaborate with team members to achieve operational goals. + Address customer inquiries and complaints related to returns with strong communication skills. + Identify issues in the return process and implement effective solutions. + Inspect returned items meticulously to ensure proper documentation. **Essential Skills** + Proficiency in handling returns, inventory, shipping, and receiving. + Experience with inventory control and logistics. + Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office. + Good communication and customer service skills. + Problem-solving abilities. + Attention to detail. + Knowledge of warehouse safety protocols and procedures. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Familiarity with Microsoft products and Infor ERP (no prior ERP experience needed). + Basic knowledge of plumbing and/or heating is a plus. + High school diploma or Associate's degree is required. **Why Work Here?** Join a family-owned company with a strong growth trajectory of 10-15% in recent years. Our team is based in Minneapolis, where 150 of our 500 employees contribute to our success. As a distributor in the plumbing and HVAC industry, we offer a collaborative and supportive work environment that values work-life balance and professional development. **Work Environment** Work hours are from 8 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday. The position is based in our Minneapolis location, within a dynamic and growing company that has been involved in significant projects such as the US Bank Stadium. The dress code is casual, suitable for a warehouse and office setting. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $75000.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Oct 3, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.