Inventory Control Specialist

Super Steel, LLC • Mequon, WI

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About The Position

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate, timely, and reliable inventory records across raw material, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods at Super Steel. This role is critical to ensuring material availability, supporting production flow, enabling accurate MRP planning, and protecting company assets. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, a disciplined process mindset, and hands-on experience in a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of inventory control, materials, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (MIE Trak, Epicor, SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with large data sets accurately.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic reporting tools.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
• High level of accuracy and accountability
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
• Process-driven, disciplined, and detail-oriented
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Team-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset

Nice To Haves

• Experience in contract metal fabrication, machining, welding, or similar industrial operations preferred.
• Experience with cycle counting programs and physical inventories.
• Understanding of MRP logic, BOMs, routings, and material planning concepts.
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods within the ERP system.
• Execute cycle count programs and annual physical inventories; investigate and resolve variances promptly.
• Identify root causes of inventory discrepancies and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure inventory transactions (receipts, issues, transfers, adjustments) are completed accurately and in real time.
• Monitor material movement from receiving through production to shipment, ensuring proper locations and traceability.
• Work closely with Production, Purchasing, Engineering, and Quality to ensure material availability and proper consumption.
• Support kitting, staging, and point-of-use inventory strategies to improve shop floor efficiency.
• Assist in maintaining accurate BOMs, routings, and inventory parameters (min/max, safety stock).
• Ensure inventory data integrity to support accurate MRP outputs and purchasing decisions.
• Identify and escalate MRP-related issues tied to inventory accuracy or system setup.
• Participate in ERP process improvements, system audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Verify incoming material quantities, documentation, and storage locations.
• Ensure materials are stored safely and in accordance with internal standards and quality requirements.
• Support traceability, lot control, and documentation requirements where applicable.
• Generate and analyze inventory reports, including turns, adjustments, shortages, and excess/obsolete material.
• Support inventory reduction, working capital improvement, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Contribute to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement efforts across the facility.

Benefits

• Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement: As part of your benefits package at Super Steel LLC, you will be eligible for an Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA). The monthly pre-tax reimbursement amount is determined by your age, while your spouse will receive $272, and each child will receive $135. This arrangement allows you to choose a health insurance plan that best fits your needs and provides support for qualifying medical expenses not covered by your selected insurance. This flexibility empowers you to make informed decisions about your health care with the financial backing of the company. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Vision and Dental Insurance by Delta Dental. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Short Term Disability, ADD&D, and Life Insurance. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): You will have the option to participate in a flexible spending account for health expenses. Eligible the first of the month after 30 days of employment.
• Paid Holidays: You will receive 9 paid holidays each year, effective the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: You will be eligible to participate in our 401(k) plan starting on the 1st of the month after 90 days of employment.
• PTO

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed