Inventory Lead, 2nd Shift

Composite Factory•Mooresville, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The 2nd Shift Inventory Lead oversees daily inventory operations across warehouse, production, staging, and intercompany locations. The role ensures accurate tracking, verification, storage, and movement of raw materials, BOM components, work in progress, and finished goods. It supports inventory accuracy and process efficiency, work order validation and closures with cost awareness, shipping and receiving priorities, and resolution of BOM or work order discrepancies with cross-functional teams. In collaboration with warehouse and inventory leadership, the Inventory Lead trains, mentors, and guides the 2nd shift inventory team. The role also supports system improvements, including a transition to barcode-enabled inventory processes. The position is based in a climate-controlled work environment and operates from 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM, Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends, overtime, and holidays as scheduled by leadership.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
3–5 years of experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, or a related role.
Familiarity with inventory management software, such as Global Shop or SAP.
Strong attention to detail for accurate inventory counts, discrepancy identification, and data integrity.
Analytical and problem-solving skills to assess inventory data, identify trends, and resolve discrepancies.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and internal teams.
Strong organizational and time-management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident in compliance with ITAR regulations.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Knowledge of barcode scanning, RFID systems, and inventory management tools.
Industry-specific experience in retail, manufacturing, or logistics.

Responsibilities

Review physical parts in staging and verify that corresponding serial numbers are correctly indicated as pending on work orders; coordinate discrepancies with Quality Control.
Ensure raw materials and BOM components are properly issued before parts are fully moved into Inventory.
Identify potential BOM issues and recommend updates to the appropriate department.
Move QC-approved parts into Inventory promptly, considering shipping and staging priorities; ensure tooling work orders, jigs, and child work orders are properly rolled up and components accounted for.
Coordinate with Planning and/or Profitability on unique situations or invoicing requirements.
Coordinate with Planning regarding outstanding work orders; review work order closures required by revision or quantity changes for cost requirements and process them as needed.
Work with Engineering to establish which critical items should be included in BOMs so usage can be tracked.
Monitor return material authorizations to ensure parts are handled properly within GSS and intercompany CF/FWC.
Assist with the transition to a barcode inventory system and potential automated material issuing.
Help prepare for physical inventory and participate in cycle counts.
Maintain accurate inventory records using manual and digital tracking systems.
Track product movement, monitor stock levels, and forecast inventory needs.
Coordinate with Purchasing to reorder stock and prevent shortages or overstocking.
Reconcile cycle-count discrepancies and report findings to management.
In conjunction with the Inventory Manager, grow and lead a team, hold regular one-on-one meetings with team members, and provide training and mentorship.
Assist the Manager with hiring selection, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
Generate reports on inventory status, turnover rates, and product performance.
Maintain an organized storage system for efficient inventory management.
Work with procurement, production, and logistics teams to optimize the supply chain.
Follow safety regulations and company policies in inventory operations.
Perform other duties as assigned.