Warehouse Inventory Associate

Location: Aurora IL
Hourly Rate Range: $20.00 $25.00

About Apex Companies:
Apex Companies provides a fullservice crosssolution approach for material handling industry customers offering expertise in warehouse and industrial facility design integration of material handling solutions and optimization of efficiency. We source and service forklifts industrial vehicles and equipment while providing safety audits repair services and personnel training. As a leader in innovative automation solutions we aim to help clients reduce costs minimize labor dependencies and maximize throughput capabilities ultimately enhancing warehousing and distribution performance.

Position Summary: We are seeking a Warehouse Inventory Associate to join our team in Aurora IL. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate records of inventory levels managing incoming and outgoing materials and supporting continuous improvement efforts. The ideal candidate is detailoriented organized and thrives in a fastpaced collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage inventory accuracy across all warehouse locations
• Utilize tools such as Excel Smartsheets or WMS to track inventory
• Participate in managing quarantine areas for grading rebundling and smart part assignment
• Assist with inventory processes for warehouse material purchases and temporary sites
• Execute cycle counts and investigate inventory variances
• Collaborate with Sales and Accounting to ensure data accuracy
• Pull materials for work orders as needed
• Lead daily inventory routines and contribute to SOP development
• Develop and implement action plans to improve accuracy and reduce discrepancies
• Engage in crossfunctional projects impacting inventory and operations
• Identify and resolve root causes of inventory issues
• Work as a team player which might include helping other departments within the warehouse as needed
• Travel up to 25% as required

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly work in environments with noise and temperature variations
• Stand and/or walk for extended periods (up to a full 8hour shift)
• Operate forklifts and frequently lift items up to 50 lbs.
• Climb ladders kneel and bend to retrieve or place inventory

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Previous experience in warehouse operations or inventory management a plus
• Attention to detail with strong mathematical and data entry skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools a plus
• Ability to wear appropriate PPE (e.g. steel toe boots hard hats)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Bilingual abilities a plus
• Teachable mindset with a drive for continuous improvement
• Must pass a drug test and background check

We offer a comprehensive benefits and compensation package designed to support your health wellbeing and worklife balance. This includes health dental and vision insurance; shortterm disability (STD) and voluntary longterm disability (LTD) coverage; and life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance options. We also provide a 401(k)retirement plan with a company match generous paid time off benefits including paid holidays and eligibility for performancebased bonuses. We are committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace for our team members.

Why Join Us
At Apex we recognize that our people are our most valuable asset. Our employees drive our success which is why we believe in empowering our people with realtime career development offering diverse and challenging work and providing solid growth opportunities. If you have a lets get down to business roll up your sleeves mindset then Apex is the place for you.

Application Process: If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity please submit your resume to We look forward to hearing from you!

Apex promotes a healthy lifestyle by providing a nonsmoking environment and is an equalopportunity employer.