Stockroom Auditor

Rocket EMS•San Jose, CA

About The Position

The Stockroom Auditor verifies inventory accuracy, investigates discrepancies, and ensures materials are properly identified, stored, and recorded. The role supports PCBA manufacturing by comparing physical inventory with ERP records, auditing material transactions, and identifying improvements that strengthen inventory control and material traceability. The position works in a stockroom, warehouse, and production-floor setting. It involves standing, walking, reaching, bending, and handling materials during inventory counts, and may require lifting materials weighing up to 40–50 lbs. Overtime, early or late shifts, or weekend work may be required to support physical inventories and operational needs. Due to the nature of work performed at Rocket EMS, the position may require access to export-controlled technical data or technology. The successful candidate must be eligible to access such information under applicable U.S. export-control laws or be eligible for required government authorization.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in inventory control, cycle counting, stockroom operations, or inventory auditing.
Experience using ERP or inventory management systems.
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and investigate discrepancies.
Proficiency with basic math, data entry, and Microsoft Excel.
Ability to read and compare part numbers, quantities, labels, and transaction records accurately.
Ability to communicate findings clearly and maintain organized audit documentation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in electronics manufacturing or a PCBA production environment.
Familiarity with electronic components, packaging, and material identification.
Knowledge of ESD and moisture-sensitive device handling requirements.
Familiarity with work orders, bills of materials (BOMs), kitting, and material traceability.
Experience with barcode scanners and inventory tracking systems.
Experience investigating root causes and supporting corrective actions.

Responsibilities

Perform daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts, spot checks, and scheduled inventory audits.
Verify physical quantities, part numbers, units of measure, and storage locations against ERP records.
Review lot numbers, date codes, and serial numbers where traceability is required.
Audit stockroom inventory, production kits, work order materials, and returned components.
Assist with annual physical inventories and accurately document count results.
Verify that inventory locations and material labels are accurate and legible.
Investigate differences between physical counts and system balances.
Review receiving, transfer, issuing, return, and scrap transactions to identify potential errors.
Perform recounts and trace material movement to help determine the cause of discrepancies.
Document findings and submit inventory adjustment requests for review and approval.
Track recurring issues and recommend improvements to prevent repeat discrepancies.
Prepare reports summarizing audit results, inventory accuracy, and unresolved issues.
Follow up with responsible departments to verify corrective actions are completed.
Verify that materials are stored in designated locations according to company procedures.
Check compliance with FIFO, shelf-life, and expiration controls, as applicable.
Verify proper handling and storage of ESD-sensitive and moisture-sensitive electronic components.
Confirm quarantined, nonconforming, and unidentified materials are properly segregated.
Report damaged, expired, mislabeled, or improperly stored materials.
Coordinate with Stockroom, Receiving, Production, Planning, and Quality to resolve material control issues.
Follow company safety policies, quality requirements, and inventory control procedures.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area using 5S practices.