Inventory Control Specialist I-2nd shift

Tosoh SMD, Inc. • Grove City, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Control Specialist I controls the inflow and outflow of material inventory, performing physical and ERP system transactions to maintain inventory availability and integrity. The role is based at Tosoh SMD, Inc.’s manufacturing facility in Grove City, Ohio, and reports directly to the Warehouse Manager.

The specialist follows documented processes for inventory handling, stocking, organization, storage, and put-away. The role includes performing scheduled inventory counts, providing adjustment feedback, helping investigate discrepancies and shortages, and supporting corrective actions and inventory-control metrics. The specialist also works with buyers and requisitioners to address delivery discrepancies, quality issues, and returns.

The position requires adherence to safety requirements and 5S standards, communication of risks to leadership, reliable attendance, and professional, positive collaboration with team members. Forklift certification is required, and Tosoh provides the training. The job requires regularly lifting up to 40 pounds, frequent bending and twisting, standing and walking for extended periods, and wearing required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools, primarily Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Basic analytical and mathematical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Forklift certification is required; Tosoh will provide training.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to bend and twist frequently and to stand and walk for long periods.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment as defined by the process.

Nice To Haves

• Procurement, inventory control, or manufacturing experience.
• Understanding of inventory-control methods and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Follow process documentation to control the inflow and outflow of material inventory.
• Use the ERP system to keep physical inventory factors aligned with system inventory data.
• Perform stocking, organizing, and storage/put-away activities to keep inventory available and ready for use.
• Complete inventory counts according to a defined schedule and provide inventory adjustment feedback to the Warehouse Manager.
• Assist with investigating inventory discrepancies and shortages, determining root causes, and executing corrective actions.
• Assist the Warehouse Manager with maintaining inventory-control metrics.
• Work with buyers and requisitioners to resolve delivery discrepancies, quality issues, and returns.
• Demonstrate schedule flexibility when pursuing training opportunities to meet personal and company objectives.
• Follow safety requirements, communicate identified risks to leadership, and assist in resolving them.
• Complete 5S standards to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and contribute to the company culture in alignment with company values and its code of conduct.
• Maintain a positive attitude, show enthusiasm for assigned tasks, and communicate effectively and professionally with team members.
• Perform other related duties.

Benefits

• Level 1 Operations employees who meet or exceed performance expectations are eligible for a $0.50 per hour increase after 90 days and an additional $0.50 per hour increase after 180 days, for a potential hourly-rate increase of up to $1.00 within the first six months.
• Clear path for continued growth.

What This Job Offers

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