**Job Title: Inventory Specialist** **Description** We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Inventory Specialist to oversee and maintain accurate inventory levels within our manufacturing facility. This role is key to ensuring optimal inventory flow and efficient supply chain operations through cycle counts, SAP data management, and analytical support using Excel **Additional Skills & Qualifications** Conduct regular cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies across departments Maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, components, and finished goods Utilize SAP ERP system for data entry, reporting, and inventory transactions Analyze inventory metrics using Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP Coordinate with production and procurement teams to align inventory levels with demand Investigate stock variances and perform root cause analysis Generate reports on stock levels, usage trends, and obsolete materials Assist in audits and support continuous improvement initiatives in inventory control **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bakersfield, CA. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/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) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Bakersfield,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.