Inventory Control Specialist

Noah Medical • San Jose, CA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Noah Medical is building the future of medical robotics with a next-generation robotic platform targeting early diagnosis and treatment. We are seeking a skilled Inventory Control Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate inventory levels, ensuring the timely and accurate issuance of materials to production work orders, and supporting efficient manufacturing operations. This role involves performing weekly cycle counts, investigating inventory discrepancies, maintaining accurate inventory records, and collaborating with Production, Purchasing, Planning, and Warehouse teams to ensure material availability. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, comfortable in a manufacturing environment, and understands the importance of inventory accuracy and material control.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, material handling, or a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience performing cycle counts and researching inventory discrepancies.
• Experience issuing materials to production work orders.
• Experience using an ERP/MRP or inventory management system.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to accurately count, record, and reconcile inventory.
• Ability to read and understand part numbers, work orders, bills of materials, and inventory documentation.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with Production, Purchasing, Planning, and Warehouse teams.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, Epicor, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar systems.
• Experience with lot and serial number tracking.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 6 S, or continuous improvement practices.
• Forklift or other material-handling equipment certification.
• Strong Excel skills, including sorting, filtering, and basic formulas.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, components, finished goods, and production supplies.
• Perform scheduled weekly cycle counts and reconcile physical inventory against system quantities.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, including shortages, overages, mislocations, and transaction errors.
• Identify inventory variances and communicate significant discrepancies to management.
• Monitor inventory levels and help identify potential shortages, excess inventory, and obsolete materials.
• Ensure materials are properly labeled, identified, stored, and organized.
• Maintain accurate inventory locations within the warehouse and manufacturing areas.
• Support periodic physical inventories and annual inventory audits.
• Issue raw materials, components, and other inventory to production work orders accurately and efficiently.
• Verify part numbers, quantities, lot numbers, serial numbers, and other required material information before issuing materials.
• Ensure all material transactions are properly recorded in the ERP/MRP system.
• Stage materials for production according to work orders and production schedules.
• Coordinate with Production and Planning to ensure required materials are available when needed.
• Return unused materials from completed work orders to the appropriate inventory locations.
• Process material transfers between inventory locations.
• Investigate and resolve material shortages that could impact production schedules.
• Maintain a high level of inventory accuracy through proper transaction control and physical organization.
• Identify recurring inventory discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist in developing and maintaining inventory control procedures and work instructions.
• Ensure inventory transactions are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with root-cause analysis of inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory accuracy, warehouse organization, and material flow.
• Maintain accurate inventory documentation and records.
• Follow established company procedures for inventory control, material handling, and work order transactions.
• Ensure proper traceability of materials, including lot and serial number tracking when applicable.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures while handling and moving materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Benefits

• competitive pay
• health insurance
• 401K
• stock purchase plans
• tuition reimbursement
• paid time off plus holidays
• flexible approach to work with remote, hybrid, field or office work schedules
• Comprehensive health insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision + HSA and FSA options
• Equity & Bonus Program
• Life Insurance (company paid & supplemental) and Disability insurance
• Mental health support through medical insurance programs
• Legal and Pet Insurance
• 12+ paid holidays, Flexible Time Off + Sick Time
• Paid parental leave
• In-office snacks and beverages
• In-office lunch stipend
• Learning & Development Opportunities: On-demand online training and book reimbursement
• Team building and company organized social and celebration events

What This Job Offers

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