Inventory Associate II

Varstaff is looking for an Inventory Associate II 

About the Job: In this role, you will play a crucial part in fulfillment center operations at our Launch Site One location in Van Horn, TX. You will handle incoming shipments, manage inventory, operate heavy material-handling equipment, and maintain accurate records within our inventory management system. As a key member of the team, you will drive continuous improvement by identifying operational roadblocks, supporting root-cause analysis, and maintaining high standards of quality control and safety across all workflow stages in a highly technical environment.

Shift Details & Schedule

• Shift: Monday through Friday, 7AM - 5PM CST

What We’re Looking For Education & Experience

• 2+ years of experience in Fulfillment Center Operations, specifically within receiving and inventory functions.

• Experience in inventory counting, receiving, packing, put-away, picking/kitting, or shipping.

• Proven experience operating forklifts and other heavy machinery/PIT equipment.

• Strong communication, mathematical, and analytical skills to define problems, collect data, and draw logical conclusions.

• Dedicated mindset with an focus on world-class quality, attention to detail, and team collaboration.

Must-Have Skills

• Equipment Operation: Demonstrated skill and hands-on experience operating forklifts and other PIT equipment (e.g., electronic pallet jacks, reach-trucks, turret-trucks).

• Inventory & BOM Management: Ability to derive inventory requirements directly from Bills of Materials (BOM).

• Receiving & Quality Control: Ability to unload carrier shipments, visually inspect packages against standard operating procedures (SOPs), and perform required quality control checks per part number.

• Documentation & Data Entry: Systematic upload, storage, and processing of work orders/receipts using inventory management tools.

• Packaging, Staging & Auditing: Skills in packaging, labeling, marking, sorting, staging, and properly storing/auditing inventory.

• Physical & Safety Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly and strict adherence to safety protocols and personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines.

Nice-to-Have Skills (Preferred)

• Warehouse, receiving, or inventory experience specifically within the aerospace or automotive industries.

• Advanced experience with electronic pallet jacks (EPJs).