Inventory Control Specialist

Job Title: Inventory Control Specialist

Location: Fremont, CA

Employment Type: Contract

Industry: Semiconductor

Compensation: $33/ hour

Schedule: Swing shift

About the Opportunity:

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Inventory Control Specialist who thrives in fast-paced, high-precision environments. In this role, you'll take ownership of inventory accuracy, material flow, and system integrity across warehouse and lab operations. You'll support engineering teams by ensuring materials are received, tracked, staged, and delivered efficiently while maintaining exceptional accuracy and organization.

This role is ideal for someone who is proactive, highly organized, and naturally skilled at spotting discrepancies and resolving issues before they become problems. Experience with Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs), especially from Kardex or Snap-on, is highly valued.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• High-impact role supporting engineering, lab services, and supply chain operations
• Dynamic environment where no two days are the same
• Opportunity to work with advanced inventory systems and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborative culture focused on accuracy, efficiency, and teamwork

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This position offers the chance to be at the center of inventory operations that directly support engineering innovation. You'll play a critical role in ensuring material accuracy, solving complex inventory challenges, and improving processes that drive operational excellence.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Sound like a good fit?

TODAY

What You'll Do:

• Maintain data integrity within inventory management systems
• Receive, store, and ensure accurate tracking of all warehouse materials
• Monitor inventory dashboards and fulfill real-time material requests from engineers
• Pick, stage, and coordinate material deliveries and pickups
• Investigate discrepancies, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Execute cycle counts, audits, and inventory accuracy checks
• Manage material dispositions including RTS, scrap, RMA, NCi, cleaning vendor transfers, and offsite storage
• Coordinate RMAs and resolve shipment or supplier discrepancies
• Support cross-functional teams including Quality, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Engineering
• Assist with wafer cage operations and lab-based inventory tasks as needed
• Contribute to 5S initiatives, material purges, audits, and continuous improvement projects

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• 1+ year of inventory control experience in warehouse, lab, or manufacturing environments
• 1–3 years of experience in purchasing, inventory management, or materials handling
• High School Diploma or equivalent required

What Sets You Apart:

• Experience working with inventory systems or ERP platforms such as SAP
• Experience with Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs) strongly preferred
• Strong organizational skills with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
• High attention to detail with proven ability to identify and correct discrepancies
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across multiple teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work independently while managing competing priorities
• Experience in lab environments or handling sensitive/high-value materials
• Familiarity with 5S, process improvement, or warehouse optimization practices

Additional Information:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Role requires standing, walking, bending, and physical activity for extended periods
• Must be able to type at least 50 WPM and perform 10-key data entry
• Background check required upon offer
• Overtime may be required based on operational needs
• Lab environment may require occasional use of protective lab gear (as needed)

After you , you may receive a call or message from our AI Talent Scout about this role or other opportunities that match your skills and preferences. AI agent role is to help speed up your hiring process by answering questions, confirming basic information, and identifying whether there's a mutual fit.

The call or chat may be recorded so that our recruiting team can review it - they make all final hiring decisions, while AI agent simply helps move you forward faster. The best part? They are available 24/7, so you can connect whenever it's convenient for you.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.