What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Control Specialist (Cannabis Industry) position at Claybourne Co.?
We are Claybourne, one of the largest and fastest growing cannabis flower brands in California. Our team is known for being highly dedicated to our retail partners and consumers while going above and beyond with flower quality, flower consistency and innovative new product development. We are looking for a hard-working Inventory Control Specialist to join our Perris, California location.
Website: https://www.claybourneco.com/
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Prepared Date: 04/09/2026
Effective Date: 04/09/2026
Job Title: Inventory Control Specialist
Reports to: Director of Supply Chain
Job Level: Non-Manager
Employment Status: Full-time Regular
Primary Location: Perris, CA
Compensation: $20.00/hour
Job Summary: The Claybourne Industries organization is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist to oversee the ordering, storing, receiving, and distributing processes of its raw materials and supplies. The main duties of this role include controlling the flow of supplies and equipment, tracking, and analyzing inventory maintenance and developing protocols for loss mitigation.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Execute accurate picking, weighing, and staging of raw materials to support production departments
- Perform finished goods and raw material transfers accurately and full traceability
- Maintain real-time inventory accuracy by recording all movements in ERP and track-and-trace systems (DistruMETRC)
- Process inventory adjustments with proper documentation, ensuring alignment between physical inventory and system records
- Reconcile discrepancies through investigation and root cause identification, escalating issues as needed
- Coordinate and track transfers of raw materials to external vendors, ensuring timely and compliant execution
- Participate in cycle counts and end-of-month physical inventories, supporting accurate reporting for both cannabis and non-cannabis materials
- Maintain organized, clean, and efficient inventory storage and control areas to support operational flow and picking efficiency
- Ensure full compliance with California cannabis regulations, maintaining audit-ready records and chain-of-custody integrity at all times
- Collaborate cross-functionality with Production, Fulfillment, and Supply Chain, while supporting labeling, packaging, and continuous process improvement initiatives
Job Requirements/ Abilities:
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must possess strong logistical, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite or Google Workspace or related software a must
- Must be minimum age 21
- Must be able to successfully complete a background check to include but not limited to criminal, DMV, former employment and meet company insurability requirements
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree in Logistics or a related field preferred
- 2-4 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse, or supply chain operations (regulated industry preferred)
- Experience with ERP/inventory systems (e.g. Distru) and/or track-and-trace systems like METRC
- Strong understanding of inventory accuracy, cycle counting, and discrepancy resolution
- High attention to detail with a proven ability to maintain accurate data and records
- Ability to work within compliance standards and follow SOPs in a regulated environment
- Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Experience in the Cannabis industry a plus
Physical Requirements:
- Alternating between long periods of standing, walking, sitting and kneeling
- Repetitive task performance
- Ability to reach overhead or below
- Near and peripheral visual acuity
- Ability to lift, push and/or pull up to 50 lbs
- Climbing stairs, ladders, scaffolding crouching, stooping as required
- Driving as required
- Frequent exposure to noisy/loud environments and temperature changes
- Must adhere to Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements of position and be able to follow all safety and training guidelines
Note
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable
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