Inventory Control Specialist

Description :

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for managing, monitoring, and maintaining accurate inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods within a fast-paced manufacturing plant. This role ensures that inventory practices support production efficiency, quality, and customer delivery commitments across industries including wire and cable, automotive, and other sectors. This position is hourly non-exempt and reports directly to the Plant Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Track and maintain accurate records of raw materials, packaging, WIP, and finished goods.
• Track and maintain inventory located at remote assembly and manufacturing operations.
• Perform regular cycle counts and full physical inventories to ensure data integrity.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies in coordination with production, purchasing, and shipping teams.
• Monitor material usage to ensure continuous supply for production lines.
• Collaborate with procurement to forecast material needs based on demand and production schedules.
• Work with production teams to minimize material waste and optimize usage.
• Develop and maintain standardized processes for inventory handling, storage, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and industry regulations.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP / MRP systems.
• Generate inventory reports for management and highlight trends or risks.
• Support audits and provide documentation as needed.
• Partner with quality, logistics, and operations teams to ensure seamless material flow.
• Communicate inventory issues or shortages proactively to minimize production downtime.
• Exhibits willingness to continue to learn and develop while encouraging others to do the same.
• Shares knowledge with others to support the culture of growth within the team.
• Exhibits regular and predictable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned that may be required.

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PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation details : 22-29 Hourly Wage

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