Inventory Coordinator Jobs in Riverside, CA (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Inventory Coordinator (Cycle Counter)

Job Description

The Inventory Coordinator (Cycle Counter) is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory levels through scheduled cycle counts, inventory audits, and reconciliation activities. This role supports warehouse and manufacturing operations by identifying inventory discrepancies, investigating root causes, and ensuring that system records consistently match physical stock. The Inventory Coordinator collaborates closely with warehouse, production, receiving, and shipping teams to uphold high standards of inventory integrity and support efficient material flow.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts in accordance with established inventory control procedures.
• Verify inventory quantities and storage locations through physical counts and comparison with ERP/WMS system data.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and variances, document findings, and report root causes to relevant stakeholders.
• Support inventory reconciliation activities between physical inventory and ERP/WMS or other inventory management systems.
• Collaborate with warehouse, production, receiving, and shipping departments to resolve inventory issues and prevent recurrence.
• Assist with annual physical inventories and support internal and external inventory audit activities.
• Monitor inventory accuracy and recommend process improvements to enhance inventory integrity and efficiency.
• Ensure all inventory transactions are entered accurately and in a timely manner into company systems.
• Maintain organized inventory locations and support proper material identification and labeling practices.
• Follow all company safety policies, inventory control procedures, and operational guidelines at all times.
• Support general warehouse operations, including material handling, picking, packing, loading, and packaging as needed.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely when required, in compliance with safety standards.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in inventory control, cycle counting, warehouse operations, or closely related inventory functions.
• Hands-on experience working with ERP, WMS, or other inventory management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy in counting, documentation, and recordkeeping.
• Ability to analyze inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and propose corrective actions.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to inventory counts, variances, and reconciliations.
• Capability to work effectively in a fast-paced warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with general labor tasks, material handling, picking, packing, loading, and packaging.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment, following all safety protocols.
• Solid understanding of inventory audits and inventory accuracy best practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in automotive manufacturing or similar production environments is beneficial.
• Familiarity with inventory control procedures and continuous improvement practices.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with warehouse, production, receiving, and shipping teams.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Comfort working with technology and scanning or tracking tools used in inventory management.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values safety, accuracy, and collaboration in a dynamic manufacturing and warehouse environment. You will have the opportunity to work with established inventory processes, modern ERP/WMS systems, and cross-functional teams focused on continuous improvement. The role offers hands-on experience in core operations, exposure to audit and reconciliation practices, and the chance to contribute directly to operational efficiency and inventory integrity.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing and warehouse setting that can be loud and hot, with proper personal protective equipment (PPE) worn at all times. You will frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment up to 40 lbs, with occasional heavier lifting performed with assistance. The position involves standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and squatting for extended periods during a shift. You must be able to hear alarms and signals and communicate effectively in a noisy environment. Work areas may expose you to hot and cold temperatures depending on production zones and seasonal conditions, with moderate to high noise levels where hearing protection may be required. You may encounter welding fumes, dust, and airborne particles, making proper respiratory protection and ventilation essential. Tasks are performed in well-lit areas, sometimes requiring supplemental task lighting, on uneven, metal, or grating surfaces, with occasional climbing of ladders or working at elevated positions. PPE such as welding helmets, gloves, protective clothing, and other safety gear is required in accordance with safety standards. There is exposure to sparks, molten metal, and moving machinery, and strict adherence to all safety procedures is mandatory.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Riverside, CA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Riverside,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.