Inventory Control Specialist

Job Title: Inventory Control Specialist

Location: Fremont, CA

Employment Type: Contract

Industry: Semiconductor

Compensation: $33.10

We're seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Control Specialist to join a fast‑paced operations team supporting critical inventory and material management functions. In this hands‑on role, you'll help ensure inventory accuracy, coordinate material movement, support engineering and lab teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that directly impact operational success.

• Maintain inventory accuracy and data integrity within inventory management systems.
• Receive, store, pick, stage, and track materials while supporting inventory requests from engineering teams.
• Perform cycle counts, inventory audits, root cause investigations, and discrepancy resolution activities.
• Coordinate RMA, NCi, and material disposition processes while partnering with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Logistics, and Engineering teams to improve inventory control processes and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• 1‑3 years of experience in inventory control, inventory management, purchasing, warehouse operations, or material management.
• 1+ years of experience performing inventory audits, cycle counts, reconciliation activities, and inventory accuracy reviews.
• 1+ years of experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a focus on customer service and accountability.
• Experience working with Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs), including Kardex or Snap‑on systems.
• Experience using SAP or other enterprise inventory management systems.
• Experience supporting laboratory, semiconductor, manufacturing, or technical operations environments.
• Strong analytical and root cause investigation skills.
• Demonstrated history of exceeding expectations, taking initiative, and continuously seeking opportunities to learn and grow.
• Typing speed of 50+ WPM and proficiency with 10‑key data entry.

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.
• Overtime may be required based on business needs.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform warehouse‑related duties for extended periods.
• Work environment:
  Warehouse and laboratory environment; occasional use of lab suits may be required.
• Schedule:
  
  First‑shift schedule expected; hours may vary between 6:00 AM–3:00 PM, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, or 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
• Applicants 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.

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