Inventory Control Coordinator

nVent • Centralia, IL

16d

About The Position

The Inventory Control Coordinator maintains accurate inventory records through cycle counting, inventory analysis, location audits, and discrepancy resolution. The role works with warehouse, production, and finance teams to improve inventory accuracy and operational efficiency and support continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position also supports warehouse operations, including order picking, material handling, forklift operation, and shipping and receiving when required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in inventory control, cycle counting, or inventory management.
• Experience in warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or logistics operations.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and inventory tracking processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and inventory management systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds throughout the shift.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment, including forklifts, or obtain forklift certification.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced distribution or manufacturing environment while meeting productivity and accuracy expectations.
• Ability to work safely around warehouse equipment, moving machinery, and varying temperature conditions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily cycle counts and inventory audits throughout the facility.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain inventory records, part locations, and cycle count documentation in the ERP/MRP system.
• Partner with Operations, Warehouse, and Finance teams on inventory control and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor inventory performance metrics and communicate process improvement opportunities.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement activities in warehouse and distribution operations.
• Assist with physical inventories and train team members on inventory control processes as needed.
• Support warehouse operations, including order picking, material handling, forklift operation, and shipping and receiving when required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Critical illness and accident insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee stock purchase plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Caregiver, personal, and parental leave
• Back-up care services
• Paid time off, including volunteer time
• Well-being program
• Legal and identity theft protection

What This Job Offers

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