Inventory Specialist

Arclin•Albany, GA

35d•Onsite

About The Position

Arclin USA is seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Specialist for its manufacturing location in Albany, Georgia. Reporting to the Shipping & Receiving Manager, this role supports accurate inventory records, timely material flow, and customer service. The specialist works with Shipping, Production, Accounting, and site leadership to receive materials, verify raw material and packaging inventory, support production schedules, and complete physical counts of raw materials and finished goods. The role also supports inventory management for production, safety, and environmental supplies; shipping and receiving schedules and documentation; and efforts to minimize plant logistics bottlenecks. The employee is expected to follow safety and security procedures and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. Frequent walking through production and warehouse areas is required to validate inventory.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
3–5 years of related experience and/or training in a manufacturing environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including professional email communication and the ability to clearly explain decisions or directions.
Strong computer skills, including inventory management systems, queries, reporting, purchase order execution, receiving processes, Excel data analysis and pivot tables, Microsoft Office, and database tools such as Access.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to optimize storage space, inventory flow, delivery timing, supplier options, tank-level readouts, and external warehousing needs.
Self-starter with a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously and adjust priorities as business needs change.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including sitting, standing, walking, reaching, talking, hearing, handling materials, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, or crouching as needed.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Ability to frequently walk through production and warehouse areas to validate inventory.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Business, Supply Chain, Accounting, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with Shipping, Production, Accounting, and site leadership to support accurate inventory control and reporting.
Review daily quantities on hand for raw materials, bulk tankers, totes, pallets, packaging supplies, and related materials to ensure availability for the production schedule.
Identify, document, and report inventory discrepancies in a timely manner.
Lead weekly and monthly cycle counts of raw materials and finished goods.
Track and reconcile raw material and finished goods inventory stored at outside warehouses and support FIFO inventory practices.
Serve as the site liaison to the Corporate Production Planner.
Receive materials in digital tracking systems, including Business Central, JD Edwards, or other applicable inventory systems.
Manage finished goods rework inventory cycles to support the asset schedule.
Assist with inventory management and ordering for production, safety, and environmental supplies.
Review shipping notices, bills of lading, invoices, orders, and related records to determine shipping priorities, work assignments, and methods for meeting receiving and delivery schedules.
Compile and maintain records of unfilled orders.
Help minimize logistics bottlenecks within the plant.
Post weights and shipping charges accurately.
Prepare bills of lading and related shipping documentation.
Follow safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Attend required safety training and perform duties safely.