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Operations Associate – Days or Nights – New Castle, DE – $17–$18/hr – Contract-to-Hire

Location New Castle, DE  |  Onsite

Pay $17.00–$18.00/hour

Shift/ScheduleDays: 7:00 AM–5:30 PM  |  Nights: 6:00 PM–4:30 AM

Employment Type Contract-to-Hire

⭐Experience Entry-level to 2+ years (inventory, data entry, or operations)

Opportunity summary

Our client operates a professional office and fulfillment center specializing in high-value collectibles — including sports memorabilia, trading cards, comics, and pop culture items. This is a full-time contract-to-hire opportunity for detail-oriented candidates who thrive on accuracy, organization, and keeping operations running smoothly behind the scenes. With day and night shift options available, this role offers real flexibility and a clear path toward long-term employment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately enter and maintain inventory records across company systems
• Process incoming items and verify that all information is recorded correctly
• Research products and confirm details when discrepancies arise
• Organize inventory and maintain accurate location tracking throughout the facility
• Assist with order processing, fulfillment, and shipment preparation
• Generate shipping documentation and labels for outgoing orders
• Conduct regular inventory audits and verify counts for accuracy
• Perform quality checks to confirm records and physical items match
• Support inventory movement and storage activities as needed
• Help maintain an organized, efficient workflow across the operation

Qualifications

Required

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Comfortable using computers, web-based systems, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform light lifting throughout the shift
• Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly

Preferred

• Prior experience in data entry, inventory management, order processing, or administrative operations
• Familiarity with inventory auditing or records management systems
• Interest in collectibles, sports memorabilia, trading cards, comics, or pop culture items

Ready to get started? Apply today and an Eastridge recruiter will be in touch within 24 hours.

Benefits

 Contract-to-hire position — Eastridge temporary employee benefits apply

Eastridge Workforce Solutions offers benefits to eligible temporary employees. View the full benefits summary here. Temporary staff are not eligible for paid time off unless required by applicable state law in the position's location. From time to time, clients may offer additional benefits while on assignment — details will be communicated when applicable.

Disclaimer
The compensation and benefits information in this posting represent a good faith and reasonable estimate of what it might pay for this position. This information may be modified at any time, subject to applicable law.

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