Inventory Clerk

Custom Manufacturing and Engineering • Pinellas Park, FL

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About The Position

Custom Manufacturing and Engineering, Inc. (CME) is seeking an Inventory Clerk who owns inventory accuracy across raw materials, work in process, and finished goods. This role partners closely with Shipping and Receiving and Production but is focused on maintaining inventory integrity, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring system data accurately reflects the inventory to achieve production schedules, prevent shortages, and support audit readiness.

Requirements

• Experience in a manufacturing environment supporting inventory control.
• Working knowledge of ERP or MRP systems, Deltek Costpoint preferred
• Strong understanding of inventory accuracy, cycle counting, and reconciliation practices.
• High attention to detail with the ability to follow discrepancies through to resolution.
• Solid organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively across production, operations, and shipping teams.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Two or more years of experience in inventory control, materials, or a related manufacturing role preferred.
• This position requires access to controlled goods and technologies under ITAR and EAR. Candidates must meet "U.S. Person" requirements (U.S. citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, work in process, and finished goods.
• Perform routine cycle counts and support physical inventory audits.
• Investigate, document, and resolve inventory discrepancies and root causes.
• Ensure all inventory transactions are accurately and timely recorded in the ERP system.
• Issue and stage materials to production per work orders and schedules.
• Maintain inventory location accuracy, labeling, and organization standards.
• Partner with Shipping and Receiving to verify receipts and transfers are properly reflected in inventory.
• Maintain inventory records and documentation in support of compliance and audit requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts related to inventory control and material flow.
• Scan and store incoming product compliance documents for timely access by downstream support staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Be part of an award-winning engineering and manufacturing team in Tampa Bay.
• Contribute to mission critical projects supporting aerospace, defense, industrial, and energy markets.
• Work for a company that values accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
• Enjoy perks like a 4-day work week (most weeks).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED