Inventory Assistant

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics

. Operate MHEs to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count inventory .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesJunior💰 $19 - $23 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in operating Material Handling Equipment (MHE) and performing accurate inventory management, including data entry and cycle counts. Capable of maintaining compliance with quality standards while effectively communicating with customers and adapting to a fast-paced work environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Material Handling Equipment OperationForklift CertificationInventory ManagementRF ScannersWarehouse Management System (WMS) Functions

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Hard Skills

Data EntryInventory CountingQuality ControlSafety AuditsCycle CountsShipping and ReceivingHousekeeping AuditsProduct HandlingOrder PullingLabeling

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailAdaptabilityTime ManagementCommunicationAutonomy

Tools & Technologies

PC SkillsEmailInventory Control Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Forklift Training ProgramMHE Certification

Industry Keywords

LogisticsDistributionInventory DepartmentWarehouse OperationsCompliance Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate MHEs to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count inventory
Perform computer data entry for receipts, shipments, and inventory maintenance
Assist the supervisor/manager in ensuring facility compliance with quality standards
Maintain accurate warehouse inventory
Interface directly with customers to answer questions and resolve issues
Return customer material to the factory
Transfer material to the appropriate area
Relocate material to maintain inventory ranges and locations
Use all equipment safely
Work autonomously and report progress and issues to supervisor/management
Follow company policies, guidelines, and procedures
Maintain records and reports for inventory control and security
Conduct physical inventory and daily/monthly in-house cycle counts as required
Support shipping/receiving in locating missing items
Perform safety audits and report/correct unsafe operations
Participate in start-up and staff meetings
Use PC skills for email and report generation
Prevent, identify, record, investigate, and resolve product, process, and quality-system non-conformities
Review inbound/outbound issues including unloading, checking, stacking, storing, order pulling, staging, labeling, and loading
Ship material to the factory upon client inventory requests and notify management when procedures require updates
Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area and perform housekeeping audits
Participate in cross-training activities and assist as a backup associate
Perform other duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have a High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
6 months experience working in a logistics/distribution/relevant environment
Able to operate MHE
Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program
Basic computer skills
RF Scanners
WMS functions
English (reading, writing, verbal)
Basic to intermediate level to verify quantities of product, count inventory, or perform other duties associated with handling, storing and distributing client products
Strong attention to detail accuracy and accomplish job task in a timely manner
Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance
Must be able to effectively adapt to change and thrive in a stimulating, fast-pace work environment
Able to work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends, as required by the operation
Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs while following proper lifting procedures
Must be able to stand on feet for up to 8 hours per day
1-3 years’ experience working in an inventory department (preferred)
1-3 years forklift experience (preferred)
Current or prior MHE certification (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Equal employment opportunity employer