Description
Lead Inventory Specialist (Storeroom / Inventory) – 2nd Shift
$19.00–$20.00/hr | Bradley, IL
Job Type: Full-time, Temp-to-Hire (Start with Kelly Services for 3–6 months, with opportunity to be hired on permanently)
Shift: 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM (Days confirmed during interview; schedule is typically Sun–Wed)
Location: 1201 N Kinzie Ave, Bradley, IL 60915
From the desk of your recruiter: this is a “get it right” inventory role in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. This is a global biotherapeutics leader focused on therapies for serious and rare diseases—quality, traceability, and process discipline matter here.
If you like clear standards, structured work, and being the person everyone trusts to keep inventory accurate and moving, you'll fit in.
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Job Details
• Pay: $19–$20/hr (target $20/hr based on experience)
• Shift: 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM
• Schedule: Confirmed during interview (commonly Sun–Wed)
• Location: Bradley, IL
• Equipment: Stand-up + sit-down forklift experience required
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What You'll Do
• Run daily storeroom operations: receiving, stocking, issuing parts, cycle counting, and system transactions
• Investigate inventory shortages, research root cause, and recommend fixes to the manager
• Unpack materials, verify against packing slips/POs, and enter receipts into the system
• Put away product, tag/repack when needed, and deliver materials with special handling as required
• Pull, stage, and kit materials for internal customers; support Kanban requests
• Maintain accurate locations: replace barcodes, process relocations, and keep the storeroom organized
• Help lead the room: train, coach, mentor, and delegate tasks to attendants (then follow through to completion)
• Communicate daily with site/inventory leadership on productivity, service issues, and inventory levels
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What I'm Looking For (Apply Only If You Meet These)
• 2+ years professional work experience (lead responsibilities preferred)
• Strong organization, detail-orientation, and customer service mindset
• Comfortable learning systems/ERPs and completing accurate computer transactions
• Able to lead by example—calm, professional coaching and clear communication
• Stand-up and sit-down forklift experience required (safe, controlled operation)
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What to Know Before You Apply
• This is a regulated environment—accuracy, documentation, and process compliance are non-negotiable
• You'll be the point person when parts are missing—expect problem-solving and high visibility
• The role blends hands-on warehouse work with leadership and system accuracy
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How to Apply
Apply with your updated resume showing inventory/storeroom experience and both forklift types (stand-up + sit-down). Qualified candidates will be contacted quickly.
To move faster send your name and answer to these 3 quick questions via text (847-729-2575):
1. Do you have both stand-up and sit-down forklift experience? Which equipment have you used most recently?
2. How many years of experience do you have with cycle counts, receiving, and inventory transactions (ERP/WMS)?
3. Can you work 2:00 PM–12:00 AM consistently (days confirmed during interview)?
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