What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inventory Control Specialist position at UNITED PRECISION CORPORATION?
INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST
Job Title: Inventory Control Specialist | Department: Supply Chain | Reports to: Supply Chain Manager | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
United Precision Corporation is a dynamic, rapidly evolving team that provides an environment where team members are welcomed for their unique skills, talents, and experience. Our rapid growth provides excellent ongoing opportunities for professional development and learning new skills. By staying hyper-focused on quality and adaptability across the company, we earn our customers' trust and rely on us for high-demand, high-precision aerospace and defense products.
As our Inventory Control Specialist, you will be the guardian of our supply chain accuracy—ensuring that every bolt, bracket, and precision-machined part is exactly where it needs to be, when it needs to be there. Your attention to detail supports on-time production, reduces costly delays, and helps us meet the aerospace and defense industry's quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials, in-process components, and finished goods using our ERP/MRP system (e.g., Epicor, SAP, or similar).
- Conduct regular cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies to ensure 100% inventory accuracy.
- Coordinate with production, procurement, and quality teams to ensure materials are available for scheduled builds and assemblies.
- Monitor shelf-life and storage requirements for sensitive aerospace materials, including controlled and serialized parts.
- Prepare and maintain documentation for government compliance, ITAR regulations, and customer audits.
- Implement and refine inventory control procedures to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
- Support kitting operations for assembly lines, ensuring all required parts are staged and verified before production.
- Perform other duties, as assigned.
What You Bring to United Precision Corporation:
Required
- 3 years of inventory control or materials management experience, preferably in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and strong Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
- Knowledge of ITAR, DFARS, and other aerospace/defense compliance requirements.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in high-stakes environments.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, production, and quality teams.
- Ability to lift and move materials (up to 50 lbs.) and work in a manufacturing floor environment.
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Supply Chain Management, or related field
- Experience with AS9100 and ISO9001
- Experience with ITAR Compliance
- Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing Principles Certification
Core Competencies and Skills for Success in this Role:
- Regulatory Management
- Analytical Thinking
- Communication Skills
- Quality Assurance Management
- Project Management
- Inventory Control Management
- Product Knowledge
- Technical Expertise
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here represent those that a team member must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable team members with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:
- Ability to remain in a stationary or active position (standing, walking, bending, reaching) for prolonged periods, typically 10–12 hours per shift.
- Safely lift, carry, push, or pull materials and products weighing up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
- Perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, and arms, including gripping, twisting, and fine motor tasks.
- Operate and monitor machinery, tools, and equipment in accordance with safety procedures.
- Tolerate exposure to varying temperatures, noise levels, and airborne particles typical of a manufacturing environment.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work performed in a production facility with moving mechanical parts, forklifts, and other industrial equipment.
- Exposure to moderate to high noise levels; hearing protection provided and required in designated areas.
- May require use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear.
- Shift schedules may include evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime based on operational needs.
- Collaborative team environment with a focus on meeting production, quality, and safety standards.
The above statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. I fully understand the contents of this job description, have had the opportunity to ask questions regarding it, and have had the job duties, physical requirements, and working conditions explained to me. I understand United Precision Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and that this job description is not a contract of employment. Its purpose is to define, though not exhaustively, the essential functions of the job. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
Salary : $30 - $33