What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Inventory Control Specialist position at Rhino, Inc.?
Known for some of our larger brands - Wave Armor, Otter Outdoors, Beavertail, DOA decoys and Rhino Tuff Tanks - we are a 32 year old international company located in a small town, and we are booming with growth. This family owned, face paced, company is looking for a career-oriented, self-motivated and positive team player to help lead our rotational molding production staff. We appreciate an "I Can" attitude, a willingness to pick up a shovel and enjoy a simplistic "mundane" task today and a challenging and creative one tomorrow, and understand they all need to get done.
Rhino is a place for people who care about their work, care about their co-workers and know how to have fun! We have a passion to be the best in an environment that fosters growth. Every day we embrace challenges and celebrate achievements!
We are committed to employee success and support a core set of values and behaviors that reward and recognize your efforts and talent.
Make an Impact. Solve Problems. Improve the Way We Work.
At Rhino, inventory isn't just about counting parts—it's about keeping our entire operation running smoothly.
We're looking for someone who enjoys solving puzzles, finding answers, and improving processes. Every inventory discrepancy tells a story. Your job will be to uncover what happened, work alongside production and warehouse teams to prevent it from happening again, and help us continuously improve.
You'll spend time on the manufacturing floor, in our warehouse, and in our ERP system investigating inventory issues, performing cycle counts, and partnering with leaders to improve inventory accuracy. If you take pride in getting the details right, enjoy working with people, and aren't afraid to ask 'why,' you'll thrive here.
This is an opportunity to join a growing American manufacturer where your work has a direct impact on quality, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.
Why Rhino?
- I CAN Attitude – We tackle challenges with confidence and determination.
- Work Hard. Play Hard. – We work together, celebrate wins, and enjoy what we do.
- Appetite for Growth – We never stop learning or improving.
Position Summary
The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy, through daily cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, discrepancy investigation and continuous improvement. This role supports rotational molding manufacturing and warehouse operations to identify root causes, retrain team members and strengthen inventory processes. This role is split between daily cycle counts and investigation using the ERP system to analyze transactions and completing reconciliations.
What You'll Do
- Perform daily cycle counts and inventory audits.
- Maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
- Process inventory transactions, adjustments, transfers, and corrections.
- Research inventory discrepancies and determine root causes.
- Analyze recurring inventory issues and recommend corrective actions.
- Document findings and communicate results with leadership.
- Help train employees on proper inventory procedures and transaction accuracy.
- Support updates to standard work and inventory procedures.
What Success Looks Like
- Inventory discrepancies are investigated quickly and accurately.
- Cycle counts are completed on schedule.
- Root causes are identified, not just symptoms.
- Inventory accuracy KPI improves over time.
- Repeat inventory issues are reduced through process improvements.
- Departments receive timely, constructive communication regarding inventory findings.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- 3 years of inventory control, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain experience.
- Experience performing cycle counts and inventory reconciliations using ERP/WMS software
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
- Preferred: Manufacturing experience, BOM knowledge, intermediate Excel skills, continuous improvement experience.
Physical Requirements
- Stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the workday.
- Lift up to 50 pounds.
- Work in warehouse, manufacturing, and office environments.
- Safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment.
- Frequently use computers, scanners, and inventory management systems.
You may be eligible for a $3,000 sign on bonus - $1,000 to be paid in 90 days, $2,000 in 90 days after that.
Hours are 7 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday.
Employee Benefits
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer paid short term and long term disability insurance; 401(k) with employer match; paid time off and holidays; potential bonus opportunities; tuition reimbursement; and employee discounts on our products.
Salary : $1,000 - $2,000