Inventory Control Specialist 3rd shift

Wm Bolthouse Farms Inc•Bakersfield, CA

9d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The MRO Inventory Specialist is a hands-on role responsible for ensuring the right maintenance parts and supplies are available, accurate, and ready to support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations. This position plays a critical role in enabling world-class equipment reliability by maintaining high inventory accuracy, disciplined storeroom processes, and strong partnerships with Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, and Procurement teams. This role is a key contributor to the site’s journey toward world-class manufacturing, supporting TPM, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives that reduce downtime, improve asset reliability, and control costs.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and disciplined execution of standard work.
Ability to work independently while supporting cross-functional teams.
Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical spare parts.
Ability to read equipment manuals, parts diagrams, and technical documentation.
Proficiency with inventory systems and basic computer applications (Excel, CMMS).
Strong organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Effective communication skills with maintenance technicians, planners, and supervisors.
Ability to lift, move, and handle materials in an industrial storeroom environment.
High school diploma or GED required, or two to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
2+ years of experience in an industrial storeroom, warehouse, maintenance support, or manufacturing environment.
Experience using a CMMS or inventory management system.
Ability to work variable schedule, including overtime, weekends, or off-shift support as required.
Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record

Nice To Haves

Experience in food, beverage, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with TPM, preventive maintenance, or reliability-focused maintenance programs.
Experience supporting 5S, Lean, or Continuous Improvement initiatives.
Forklift or powered industrial truck certification (or ability to obtain).
Experience with kitting, critical spare identification, and BOM optimization.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate inventory levels for maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) parts, tools, and consumables.
Perform daily transactions including receiving, issuing, and returning parts with a high level of accuracy.
Conduct routine cycle counts and participate in physical inventories; identify, investigate, and resolve inventory variances.
Maintain defined min/max levels, reorder points, and safety stock based on usage, lead time, and equipment criticality.
Identify obsolete, slow-moving, or duplicate inventory and support reduction initiatives.
Maintain an organized, clean, and visually managed storeroom using 5S and standard work.
Ensure parts are properly labeled, stored, and protected according to OEM, safety, and quality standards.
Support layout optimization and kitting strategies to improve maintenance efficiency.
Support preventive and predictive maintenance activities by staging parts and kits in advance of scheduled work.
Ensure critical spare parts are clearly identified and always available to prevent unplanned downtime.
Partner with Maintenance and Reliability teams to improve parts BOM accuracy and equipment associations.
Participate in downtime investigations and root cause analysis where parts availability or quality is a factor.
Create and track purchase requisitions and work with Procurement to ensure timely delivery of MRO materials.
Follow up on backorders, shortages, and expedited orders to support maintenance needs.
Assist in managing vendor performance related to lead times, quality, and responsiveness.
Accurately transact inventory in the CMMS/ERP system JD Edwards (e.g., SAP, Maximo, Oracle).
Maintain accurate part descriptions, locations, quantities, and equipment associations.
Track and support key storeroom KPIs such as inventory accuracy, service level, critical spare coverage, and stock turns.
Follow standard work and support audits related to inventory, safety, and quality systems.
Follow all plant safety rules, food safety requirements, and environmental policies.
Safely handle and store lubricants, chemicals, and other regulated materials.
Support compliance with SQF, BRC, GFSI, OSHA, and internal audit requirements.