Inventory Control Specialist

DANE MANUFACTURING COMPANY•Waunakee, WI

39d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate physical inventory and ERP system inventory records within a metal fabrication manufacturing environment. This position ensures inventory integrity through cycle counting, physical inventory audits, transaction verification, material reconciliation, and continuous monitoring of inventory processes. The Inventory Control Specialist works closely with Purchasing, Production, Shipping, Receiving, and Planning to ensure inventory accuracy supports on-time production and customer deliveries.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum 2 years of inventory control, warehouse, manufacturing, or materials management experience.
Experience working within an ERP system in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and inventory reporting tools.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately.
Experience with cycle counting and physical inventory processes.
Understanding of inventory control best practices and material flow.
Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management systems.

Responsibilities

Maintains accurate inventory records by monitoring stock levels, verifying quantities, conducting audits, and ensuring materials are properly accounted for throughout the manufacturing process.
Effectively utilizes the company's ERP system to process inventory transactions, research discrepancies, maintain accurate records, and generate inventory-related reports.
Identifies, investigates, and resolves differences between physical inventory counts and ERP system records to maintain inventory integrity.
Performs scheduled cycle counts and physical inventory audits using established procedures to verify inventory accuracy and support financial controls.
Maintains material identification and tracking throughout receiving, storage, production, and shipping processes to support quality, compliance, and customer requirements.
Identifies and corrects errors in financial data or documentation.
Ensures all transactions, balances, and reconciliations are mathematically correct.
Cross-checks entries to ensure consistency across systems.
Suggests ways to streamline accounting procedures or improve accuracy.
Works effectively with purchasing, sales, and production departments to resolve discrepancies.
Supports colleagues by providing accurate and timely financial information.
Prioritizes tasks to meet payment schedules and reporting deadlines.
Handles multiple accounts, reconciliations, and projects efficiently.
Maintains strict discretion when handling sensitive financial and payroll data.
Demonstrates reliability and consistency in completing recurring tasks accurately.
Acts honestly and transparently in all financial matters.
Takes ownership for the accuracy and completeness of work.
Adjusts to changes in systems, procedures, or reporting requirements.
Seeks to improve knowledge of accounting practices and manufacturing finance processes.