Inventory Control Specialist (Monday to Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm)
About The Position
The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for monitoring inventory levels, placing orders, performing cycle counts, and coordinating the receipt, storage, and distribution of inventory. This role ensures efficient space utilization, proper inventory rotation (FIFO), and timely disposal of stock according to policies. The specialist identifies and resolves inventory issues, inspects incoming shipments for accuracy and quality, and collaborates with production teams to meet targets and deadlines. They also maintain documentation, assist with new product setups, ensure parts are updated to the latest revisions, and provide technical support for production and remanufacturing efforts. Additionally, the role involves identifying process improvement opportunities, managing inventory using a just-in-time (JIT) strategy, staying updated on industry trends, and providing guidance and training to team members. Safety regulations and other duties as assigned are also part of this role.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in inventory control, warehouse management, or a related field.
- Experience with inventory management systems, such as D365, SAP, or Oracle.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Ability to frequently lift or carry up to forty (40) pounds independently and up to one-hundred and fifty (150) pounds with assistance of additional personnel and/or use of equipment.
Nice To Haves
- An associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field, preferred.
- Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), preferred.
Responsibilities
- Monitors inventory levels and places orders to replenish inventory to prevent stock shortages and/or excess.
- Performs inventory cycle count to ensure physical inventory counts match inventory records.
- Coordinates the receipt, storage, and distribution of inventory.
- Rotates inventory according to the first-in first-out (FIFO) method.
- Ensures availability of storage space for inventory and creates an efficient space utilization plan.
- Disposes of inventory according to established policies and procedures.
- Identifies root cause of and takes corrective action to resolve inventory issues, such as discrepancies in inventory and/or stock levels.
- Notifies management of shortages or other issues that could impact inventory availability.
- Inspects shipments of new stock, checking that orders have been filled correctly and performs quality control to assess for quality issues or defects.
- Addresses inaccuracies in stock or quality in a timely manner to prevent production delays.
- Collaborates with appropriate teams to validate and approve parts for use in production.
- Maintains detailed documentation of quality control processes and findings.
- Works closely with the production team to meet production targets and deadlines, ensuring smooth operation and problem resolution.
- Assist in the set up and organization of production areas for new products.
- Ensures production parts and materials are updated to the latest revisions and specifications.
- Provides technical support and perform repairs support production flow and remanufacturing efforts.
- Identifies and suggests process improvement opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Implements process enhancements per management direction.
- Manages inventory according to just-in-time (JIT) strategy to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
- Utilizes technical knowledge to understand and manage inventory.
- Stays up to date on industry trends and advancements in inventory practices.
- Provides guidance and support to team members, including training and onboarding of new hires.
- Follows established safety regulations, policies, and procedures to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
- Performs other related duties and projects as business needs require at the direction of management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
