Inventory Control Specialist

Federal Signal Openings•Fayette, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Specialist supports the dump body manufacturing operation by managing, tracking, and maintaining accurate inventory levels of raw materials, components, hardware, and finished goods. This role ensures that production has the materials needed to meet schedules while enforcing proper inventory controls, documentation, and best practices. The Inventory Specialist works closely with production, purchasing, warehouse, and logistics teams to keep operations running efficiently. Ox Bodies, a subsidiary of Federal Signal, has been designing and manufacturing Class 6 to 8 dump bodies since 1972, providing high-quality, durable products. Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS), founded in 1901, is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; technical or manufacturing coursework is a plus.
Experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or manufacturing support (preferably metal fabrication or heavy equipment).
Ability to read BOMs, work orders, and part drawings.
Proficiency with ERP/inventory management systems (e.g., SAP, Epicor, NetSuite, Infor Syteline or similar).
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Office, etc.)
Strong math and organizational skills.
Forklift certification or ability to obtain one.

Nice To Haves

Experience in dump body, truck equipment, or heavy fabrication manufacturing.
Understanding of steel grades, hydraulic components, and mechanical assemblies.
Experience with lean manufacturing or 5S principles.
Ability to operate overhead cranes and material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate inventory levels of steel, hydraulic components, hardware, electrical parts, weld kits, cylinder assemblies, and other materials used in dump body manufacturing.
Assist with regular cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies in the inventory management system.
Track incoming and outgoing materials, ensuring proper documentation and labeling.
Utilize ERP or inventory software to log usage, receipts, adjustments, and transfers.
Organize inventory locations, bins, and storage racks for efficient picking and restocking.
Ensure materials are staged and delivered to production cells in alignment with daily work orders.
Monitor material shelf life (e.g., coatings, adhesives) and rotate stock appropriately.
Coordinate with the warehouse team on receiving and put away processes.
Optimize warehouse layout and goods workflow for maximum efficiency.
Communicate material shortages, delivery issues, or inventory risks to purchasing and production supervisors.
Assist with creating purchase order requests based on production forecasts and minimum stock levels.
Collaborate with engineering on Bill of Material (BOM) updates and part changes.
Ensure materials are stored safely and according to company standards.
Perform inspections of incoming materials for correct packaging, quantity, quality before releasing them into production.
Follow OSHA and company safety procedures when handling heavy steel components, cylinders, and hydraulic parts.
Generate inventory reports including usage trends, variance analysis, and inventory accuracy metrics.
Support physical inventory counts and annual audits.