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Inventory Control Specialist
Are you organized, analytical, and experienced in manufacturing inventory processes? Join a fast-paced, quality-driven team where your accuracy and problem-solving skills help keep production running smoothly.
Position – Inventory Control Specialist
Job Location –Sussex, WI
Starting Date – Immediate
Employment Term – Temp-to-Hire
Employment Type – Full-Time
Work Hours (Shift) – 1st Shift
Starting Pay – Based on Experience
Benefits – Medical, Vision, Dental, 401(K), Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Referral Bonus
Required Education – High School Diploma/GED preferred
Required Experience – 2 years inventory control or materials management in manufacturing
Job Summary
The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory levels, performing audits and cycle counts, and ensuring the integrity of all materials data within the ERP system. This role works closely with production, purchasing, scheduling, and accounting to support efficient operations. Strong attention to detail, analytical ability, and manufacturing experience are essential to success in this position.
Responsibilities
Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, internal audits, and physical inventories of raw materials, components, hardware, and finished goods.
Update and reconcile ERP/MRP system records (JobBOSS preferred) for all incoming and outgoing materials.
Investigate and correct discrepancies to maintain system integrity.
Pick and issue materials, components, and hardware to production per job travelers and system requirements.
Review closed job reports for accuracy related to quantities produced, scrapped, and issued.
Prepare and distribute routine inventory and variance reports for production and accounting departments.
Support Master Scheduler using data and analysis to optimize inventory levels, balancing carrying cost, lead times, and production needs.
Monitor inventory turns and report aged inventory to appropriate departments for resolution.
Collaborate with Accounting, Production, and Purchasing to ensure accuracy and support company goals.
Perform additional duties as required to support plant operations.
Qualifications
- HS Diploma/GED required
Minimum 2 years of experience in inventory control, materials management, or similar role within manufacturing.
Experience working with ERP/MRP systems; JobBOSS experience strongly preferred.
Strong math and analytical skills with the ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and accurate data entry.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
Please send your resume to waukesha@seekcareers.com. Call/text 262-798-3036 or apply online at www.seekcareers.com.
Keywords: inventory control, materials management, inventory specialist, ERP, manufacturing
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