Inventory Specialist I

Hiring for multipole Logistics & Inventory Planners for a large tech company! Must work onsite in South Bend, Indiana. If interested, please apply directly.

Job Description

As an Inventory and Logistics Technician, you support one of the world’s largest cloud computing infrastructures by ensuring that critical datacenter hardware is received, stored, tracked, and delivered accurately and on time. You work at the front line of cutting-edge technology, including AI-focused infrastructure, by managing inventory of components such as GPUs, supporting build and repair activities, and enabling reliable operations across multiple datacenter sites. This role combines hands-on warehouse work, data entry in inventory systems, and close collaboration with datacenter technicians and engineering operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Monitor inventory levels to ensure that sufficient stock is available to support datacenter build, repair, and maintenance activities.
• Receive incoming shipments and pallets, including GPU and other datacenter hardware, and accurately enter all items into the inventory management system.
• Stage hardware and parts so that datacenter operations teams can efficiently install and use them.
• Check out and issue parts to datacenter technicians and engineers, maintaining accurate records of all movements in and out of inventory.
• Load and unload shipments as needed, including assisting with group lifts and moving heavy objects into position safely.
• Transport parts and materials between different locations or sites within the datacenter campus as required.
• Maintain precise, up-to-date records of all commodities, ensuring traceability and accountability for all inventory transactions.
• Keep all workspaces, storage areas, and staging zones clean, organized, and safe, in line with high operational and safety standards.
• Support reverse logistics processes, including handling failed parts, returns, and repairs in accordance with established procedures.
• Collaborate closely with datacenter operations technicians, infrastructure delivery teams, third-party delivery vendors, and engineering operations to ensure smooth material flow.
• Work both as part of a team across multiple sites and independently, managing tasks and priorities with minimal supervision.
• Apply leadership principles such as delivering results, earning trust, and insisting on the highest standards in daily work, including timely ingestion of parts and maintaining workspace cleanliness.
• Assist with general operations tasks in the building during downtime, which may include supporting installation and basic handling of equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a strong culture of safety in warehouse and datacenter environments.
• Adapt to a rotating schedule, including long shifts and potential holiday work, to support continuous datacenter operations.

Essential Skills

• 0–2 years of experience in a warehouse or distribution environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Ability to read and follow directions in English.
• Ability to work overtime as required to support operational needs.
• Capability to lift loads of up to 49 pounds and carry them for short distances.
• Willingness and ability to participate in group lifts of 50 pounds or more when needed.
• Ability to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach throughout the shift.
• Ability to continuously climb and descend stairs safely at sites where stairs are present.
• Ability to regularly walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Ability to coordinate body movements effectively when using tools or equipment.
• Ability to reach and stretch to position equipment and fixtures while maintaining balance.
• Stamina to perform physical tasks throughout the day without becoming overly tired.
• Ability to push or pull heavy objects into position safely.
• Comfort working in environments where noise levels can be moderate to loud.
• Basic proficiency with computers and the ability to perform accurate data entry.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to operational excellence.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using inventory management systems.
• Understanding of inventory control methodology and best practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Experience with Excel data entry and pivot tables.
• Experience working in a warehouse, distribution, or logistics environment, including reverse logistics processes.
• Experience handling vendor or third-party delivery relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and complete work without close supervision.
• Demonstrated positive work attitude and emerging leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to perform above minimum expectations for extended periods.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with technicians, engineering operations, infrastructure delivery teams, and external delivery partners.
• Customer service mindset with a focus on supporting internal stakeholders and operational teams.
• Commitment to a culture of safety and adherence to established safety procedures.

Work Environment

You work in a mixed datacenter and warehouse environment that supports advanced cloud and AI infrastructure. The role involves both office and warehouse settings, with noise levels ranging from low to moderate in office areas and occasionally loud in warehouse spaces. Temperatures typically range between 60 and 90 degrees and may occasionally exceed 90 degrees. You work with and around moving mechanical parts and heavy equipment, and you regularly handle pallets and hardware such as GPUs and other datacenter components.

The schedule follows a rotating pattern of three days on and four days off, then four days on and three days off. There are day shifts from approximately 5:45 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. and night shifts from approximately 5:45 p.m. to 6:15 a.m. Training typically lasts 1–2 weeks, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You may occasionally work on holidays, such as major summer and fall holidays, to support continuous operations.

The team culture emphasizes collaboration across multiple sites, where you work closely with other logistics team members while also handling tasks independently. You interact daily with datacenter operations technicians, infrastructure delivery teams, third-party pallet delivery providers, and engineering operations. The environment values delivering results, earning trust, and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, and safety, while offering the opportunity to work at the forefront of new technology and support a growing AI-focused datacenter region.

This is a Contract position based out of South Bend, IN.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $18.00/hr.

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 South Bend,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.