Inventory Clerk Robert Half - 3.9 Metairie, LA Job Details Temp-to-hire | Contract $15 - $17 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Received goods storage Maintaining an organized workspace Moving Order fulfillment receiving Physical inventory counts for inventory management Shipping and receiving inventory management Data entry Warehouse cleanliness Data verification Warehouse experience Materials handling Cargo inspection Communication skills Delivery detail verification Entry level Full Job Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Inventory Clerk to join a warehouse team in Metairie, Louisiana in a contract role with the potential to become permanent. This position focuses on receiving shipments, verifying incoming items against work orders and records, and maintaining accurate inventory information in the system. The right candidate is attentive, dependable, and comfortable handling merchandise such as apparel, drinkware, and similar boxed products in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

Receive incoming merchandise and confirm quantities and item details against shipping documents and work orders. Record inventory activity accurately in the system to support reliable stock tracking and reporting. Inspect shipments upon arrival and organize products in the appropriate warehouse locations. Match received goods with supporting paperwork to ensure inventory records remain correct and up to date. Assist with shipping and receiving tasks, including checking items in and preparing inventory for internal handling. Support physical inventory counts and help resolve discrepancies between actual stock and recorded quantities. Move and handle boxed inventory such as T-shirts, hats, and cups while following warehouse procedures. Maintain an orderly office and warehouse work area to improve inventory accuracy and daily workflow. Experience with inventory tracking, shipping and receiving, or related warehouse support work. Strong attention to detail with the ability to count accurately and compare items to work orders and documentation. Comfortable entering data into inventory systems with a high level of accuracy. Ability to lift and move boxes weighing approximately 20 to 25 pounds. Basic understanding of physical inventory counting and stock verification processes. Reliable organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks throughout the day. Clear communication skills and a dependable, team-oriented work style. TalentMatch ® Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .