Job Description
Warehouse Operations and Inventory Specialist - Costa Mesa, CA
A food and beverage company in Costa Mesa is looking for Warehouse Operation and Inventory Specialist to join their team for a contract to hire role. Our client is moving inventory from one warehouse to another and needs help with the project. The project is expected to take all of December and potentially go through January depending on how fast it can be completed. At the end of the project, the goal would be to bring on the associates on a full time basis at $20/hr. This is for first shift and the schedule would be from 7:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday. We are shooting for a start date of 12/1/25 or 12/8/25. This contractor will work hands-on to restructure storage systems, implement labeling and inventory protocols, optimize product flow, and ensure the warehouse meets operational, safety, and food & beverage compliance standards. This role is ideal for someone with strong experience in food, beverage, CPG, or manufacturing environments, who can quickly assess operational needs and execute a clear organizational strategy. The position is strictly focused on organization, layout, and workflow improvement, not general labor or forklift-heavy tasks.
We are looking to pay $20/hr+ for this role and may have some flexibility on pay based on background and overall experience.
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Required Skills & Experience
3+ years of warehouse experience
Hands-on experience with WMS systems (slotting, bin management, putaway logic, cycle counting).
Strong understanding of physical warehouse layout, inventory flow, and operational process design.
Experience with barcode systems, labeling, scanning equipment, and inventory reconciliation.
Ability to lift, move, and reorganize warehouse items safely and efficiently.
Strong attention to detail and ability to create clean, easy-to-follow organization systems.
Excellent communication skills and ability to train staff on new processes.
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Food, beverage or CPG background
Experience improving or standing up warehouse operations from the ground up.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.