J-1 Visa Inventory Specialist Jobs
Inventory Specialist roles in the United States are available to exchange visitors through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern category, depending on your career stage. A designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019 and oversees your training plan while your host employer manages day-to-day work.
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Attention current Bachelor’s students who love tackling new challenges. Clean Harbors is looking for a Inventory Coordination Intern to sit in our Denton, TX office. The Inventory Coordination Intern is responsible for supervising and coordinating a perpetual inventory record of material, supplies, and other general stock items; does related warehouse duties, as described. Responsible for financial accountability of multiple shop inventories within their assigned regions.
Why work for Clean Harbors?
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
- Group 401K with company matching component
- Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
- Positive and safe work environments
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Current student
- Superior communication skills, attention to detail, organizational and analytical skills
- Ability to financially account for movement of materials within the maintenance region
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Products
- Ability to handle multiple priorities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Responsibilities
- Supervises and coordinates the appropriate processing of purchase requisitions, receiving, reports, inventory requisitions applicable to items maintained, and item cost analysis. Carry out shipping and receiving duties in accordance with policy.
- Implements our Inventory Management System and becomes the expert with regard to inventory management. Will use other computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, e-mail, and database software in performance of assigned work.
- Pursue preferred supplier agreements and contracts. Correspond with vendors concerning pricing, merchandise ordered, merchandise returned, cores, and warranty.
- Layout warehouse in a productive, logical manner and maintain it in the same manner. Ensure layout is recorded in FAM.
- Works with the Maintenance Manager and Maintenance personnel to ensure that critical stock items and maintenance supplies are maintained within acceptable stocking levels. Manage dead stock and return to vendor as applicable.
- Publish policies and procedures according to the guidelines set forth by management. Manage inventory KPIs to goals and objectives.
- Manage repair orders and requests for parts in a timely manner which means every item request is logged in and/or reviewed on a daily basis.
- Supervises and coordinates the taking of periodic physical inventories; prepares reports of inventory balance, shortages, and other financial data as required.
- Ensure the purchase of materials, tooling, and services are performed as required and consistent with policies and appropriate approval levels.
OTHER
Wondering what to expect in starting your career with Clean Harbors? Click Here to view a Day in the Life Video!
40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.
Join our safety focused team today! To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at https://careers.cleanharbors.com/.
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
INTRODUCTION
Attention current Bachelor’s students who love tackling new challenges. Clean Harbors is looking for a Inventory Coordination Intern to sit in our Denton, TX office. The Inventory Coordination Intern is responsible for supervising and coordinating a perpetual inventory record of material, supplies, and other general stock items; does related warehouse duties, as described. Responsible for financial accountability of multiple shop inventories within their assigned regions.
Why work for Clean Harbors?
- Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
- Group 401K with company matching component
- Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
- Positive and safe work environments
- Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Current student
- Superior communication skills, attention to detail, organizational and analytical skills
- Ability to financially account for movement of materials within the maintenance region
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Products
- Ability to handle multiple priorities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Responsibilities
- Supervises and coordinates the appropriate processing of purchase requisitions, receiving, reports, inventory requisitions applicable to items maintained, and item cost analysis. Carry out shipping and receiving duties in accordance with policy.
- Implements our Inventory Management System and becomes the expert with regard to inventory management. Will use other computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, e-mail, and database software in performance of assigned work.
- Pursue preferred supplier agreements and contracts. Correspond with vendors concerning pricing, merchandise ordered, merchandise returned, cores, and warranty.
- Layout warehouse in a productive, logical manner and maintain it in the same manner. Ensure layout is recorded in FAM.
- Works with the Maintenance Manager and Maintenance personnel to ensure that critical stock items and maintenance supplies are maintained within acceptable stocking levels. Manage dead stock and return to vendor as applicable.
- Publish policies and procedures according to the guidelines set forth by management. Manage inventory KPIs to goals and objectives.
- Manage repair orders and requests for parts in a timely manner which means every item request is logged in and/or reviewed on a daily basis.
- Supervises and coordinates the taking of periodic physical inventories; prepares reports of inventory balance, shortages, and other financial data as required.
- Ensure the purchase of materials, tooling, and services are performed as required and consistent with policies and appropriate approval levels.
OTHER
Wondering what to expect in starting your career with Clean Harbors? Click Here to view a Day in the Life Video!
40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment, Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.
Join our safety focused team today! To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at https://careers.cleanharbors.com/.
Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.
Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.
Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.
Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.
Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Inventory Specialist
Document your supply chain credentials precisely
Your DS-2019 training plan must map your coursework or prior experience directly to inventory tasks like cycle counting, ERP systems, or demand forecasting. Vague credentials slow sponsor review and can delay your program start date.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee category early
If you're currently enrolled or graduated within the past 12 months, you qualify as a J-1 Intern. If you have prior post-degree work experience in logistics or supply chain, the Trainee category applies. Applying under the wrong category restarts the process.
Target host employers using warehouse management systems
Facilities running SAP, Oracle WMS, or Manhattan Associates are more likely to structure formal training programs that satisfy J-1 Trainee requirements. Search Migrate Mate to find Inventory Specialist roles at employers with documented J-1 hosting history.
Confirm the host employer will sign a training plan
The designated sponsor, not the employer, issues your DS-2019, but the host must co-sign a detailed Training Plan (Form DS-7002). Some smaller warehousing operations decline this paperwork. Clarify this commitment before accepting any offer.
Check the two-year home residency requirement before applying
Some Inventory Specialist roles in government-funded supply chain or logistics programs trigger the J-1 two-year home residency requirement. Confirm your funding source and skill classification with your designated sponsor before finalizing your host employer selection.
Align your offered role with O*NET occupation codes
Designated sponsors verify that your host role matches recognized occupational categories. Cross-reference your job description against the O*NET profile for Inventory Specialists to confirm your duties, required skills, and training objectives meet program standards.
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Find Inventory Specialist JobsInventory Specialist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an Inventory Specialist role?
The Trainee category fits most Inventory Specialist placements for professionals with post-degree work experience in supply chain, logistics, or operations. If you're a current student or recent graduate with no significant professional experience yet, the Intern category applies instead. Your designated sponsor determines which category your background qualifies for based on your credentials and the host employer's training program structure.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for an Inventory Specialist position?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, not your host employer. The designated sponsor reviews your training plan, issues the DS-2019 form, and monitors program compliance. The warehouse or distribution center where you work is the host organization, which must co-sign your training plan but does not hold sponsorship authority.
How do I find Inventory Specialist host employers open to J-1 exchange visitors?
Most job boards don't filter for J-1 hosting history, so standard searches produce poor results. Migrate Mate lets you search Inventory Specialist roles specifically at U.S. employers aligned with exchange visitor programs, saving you from applying to companies that have no process for working with designated sponsors or signing DS-7002 training plans.
What does the DS-7002 training plan require for an Inventory Specialist?
The DS-7002 must outline specific learning objectives tied to your role, including skills like inventory auditing, ERP system operation, stock reconciliation, or demand planning. It should include a week-by-week or phase-by-phase schedule, measurable goals, and supervisor information. Your designated sponsor will reject vague plans that read like a standard job description rather than a structured training program.
Does a J-1 Inventory Specialist role trigger the two-year home residency requirement?
It depends on two factors: whether your home country government funded any part of your exchange program, and whether your skills appear on the Exchange Visitor Skills List published by the State Department. Supply chain and logistics skills are present on some versions of that list for certain countries. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before signing any offer, since a home residency requirement affects future visa eligibility including H-1B and green card paths.
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