Inventory Control Specialist

SEAGA MANUFACTURING INC•Freeport, IL

9d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for overseeing, maintaining, and optimizing parts inventory accuracy. This role plays a critical part in supporting production, accounting, procurement, and sales by ensuring inventory records aligning with physical stock, manufacturer requirements, and internal controls.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
2+ years of inventory, warehouse, purchasing, or manufacturing experience preferred
Experience with ERP/MRP systems (Paycom, Deltek, SAP, Oracle, etc. a plus)
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to analyze discrepancies and resolve issues independently
Basic computer skills (Excel, inventory software)
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to work in a manufacturing/warehouse environment

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or relevant certification preferred

Responsibilities

Create P.O.’s, receive against P.O.’s and RA’s, verify goods, quantity of goods, identify, label, and disposition of goods
Ensure daily cycle counts are performed to maintain inventory accuracy
Monitor and update reorder levels of goods used or sold
Investigate root cause of inventory inaccuracies
Make timely & accurate system updates
Run various reports and compare physical counts of raw materials and components within ERP system
Verify system inventory to physical inventory and document all findings
Research inventory discrepancies by following the movement of products throughout the ERP system; diagnose problems and communicate the necessary or recommended adjustments to management or resolve independently when possible
Conduct root cause analysis to prevent occurrence of non-conformities
Make inventory record adjustments in ERP system
Communicate with various departments and members of management to report inventory discrepancies
Communicate clearly and work as part of a team
Perform all job functions in compliance with safety guidelines and company policies/procedures
Participate in continuous improvement projects within our inventory control system
Operate powered industrial vehicles and pallet jacks to load/unload and transport materials, supplies, components, and finished product
Train new and existing team members in inventory control functions to ensure task can performed properly; share knowledge and best practices to help aid efficiency and productivity
Keep work area in a clean and orderly condition, clean and maintain equipment
Perform other duties as assigned