Inventory Specialist (PFC)

Five Star Management•Houston, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory Specialist is responsible for managing supplies in the warehouse and fulfilling employee requisitions for personal protective equipment (PPE) and tools. The role maintains employee supply-storage locations, monitors inventory needs, and supports accurate receipt, storage, tracking, and distribution of supplies. The position ensures that safety, food safety, and quality requirements are maintained throughout the plant. It records received items and supply transactions, verifies delivered quantities and specifications, assigns items to designated locations, monitors stock levels, and maintains inventory and process documentation. The role also handles damaged or incorrect items for return or repair and maintains Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for chemical products. Work is performed primarily on the manufacturing floor, where exposure to loud noise, machinery, high temperatures, and chemicals may occur. Personal protective equipment is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in logistics or an equivalent field, with experience in a manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of GMPs, FSSC 22000:2005, and HACCP.
Familiarity with inventory management systems, spreadsheets, and other logistics software.
Proficiency with computer software related to planning responsibilities and with planning and project-management tools.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret data and trends.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills; ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact with others and work as a team player.
Dependability and punctuality; ability to meet deadlines and maintain attention to detail.
Math, reporting, and data-analysis skills.
Ability to read, write, and speak English to communicate effectively and interpret instructions.
Ability to operate basic tools and measuring devices, such as a tape measure and scale.
Ability to perform basic math.
Excellent hand-eye coordination.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, carry, and go up and down ladders or steps.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability.
Good delegation skills.

Responsibilities

Adhere to and maintain safety, food safety, and quality requirements throughout the plant; promptly report incidents and unsafe conditions to a supervisor.
Track stock levels, update inventory databases, and identify potential shortages.
Assign received items to designated locations and maintain employee supply-storage locations.
Maintain inventory records, check shelves, verify inventory levels, and track supply movement.
Compare the Receipt Transaction Report with received goods to verify correct quantities and products, then store items in the supply room.
Record received items in the inventory system, including quantity, condition, and location, following established safety and organizational procedures.
Prepare damaged or incorrect items for return to suppliers and document damaged equipment for repair shipment.
Ensure safe storage and handling of supplies in accordance with policies and procedures.
Maintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for chemical products.
Maintain accurate records of supply-request transactions from users and departments.
Verify that delivered materials are correct, meet specifications, and arrive in the required quantities.
Maintain process documentation related to purchase requisitions, inventory, and movements.
Communicate regularly with the Supply Room Manager about issues related to orders or deliveries.
Follow housekeeping standards and keep the work area organized and clean.
Perform tasks accurately, promptly, and with a sense of urgency; comply with safety policies and sanitation regulations.
Perform other tasks assigned by management.