Inventory Control Specialist

Role Overview

• Maintain accurate inventory levels for maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) parts, tools, and consumables
• Perform daily transactions including receiving, issuing, and returning parts with a high level of accuracy
• Conduct routine cycle counts and participate in physical inventories; identify, investigate, and resolve inventory variances
• Maintain defined min/max levels, reorder points, and safety stock based on usage, lead time, and equipment criticality
• Identify obsolete, slow-moving, or duplicate inventory and support reduction initiatives
• Maintain an organized, clean, and visually managed storeroom using 5S and standard work
• Ensure parts are properly labeled, stored, and protected according to OEM, safety, and quality standards
• Support layout optimization and kitting strategies to improve maintenance efficiency
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance activities by staging parts and kits in advance of scheduled work
• Ensure critical spare parts are clearly identified and always available to prevent unplanned downtime
• Partner with Maintenance and Reliability teams to improve parts BOM accuracy and equipment associations
• Participate in downtime investigations and root cause analysis where parts availability or quality is a factor
• Create and track purchase requisitions and work with Procurement to ensure timely delivery of MRO materials
• Follow up on backorders, shortages, and expedited orders to support maintenance needs
• Assist in managing vendor performance related to lead times, quality, and responsiveness
• Accurately transact inventory in the CMMS/ERP system JD Edwards (e.g., SAP, Maximo, Oracle)
• Maintain accurate part descriptions, locations, quantities, and equipment associations
• Track and support key storeroom KPIs such as inventory accuracy, service level, critical spare coverage, and stock turns
• Follow standard work and support audits related to inventory, safety, and quality systems
• Follow all plant safety rules, food safety requirements, and environmental policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2+ years of experience in an industrial storeroom, warehouse, maintenance support, or manufacturing environment
• Experience using a CMMS or inventory management system
• Ability to work variable schedule, including overtime, weekends, or off-shift support as required
• Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record
• Strong attention to detail and disciplined execution of standard work
• Ability to work independently while supporting cross-functional teams
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical spare parts
• Ability to read equipment manuals, parts diagrams, and technical documentation
• Proficiency with inventory systems and basic computer applications (Excel, CMMS)
• Strong organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Effective communication skills with maintenance technicians, planners, and supervisors
• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials in an industrial storeroom environment

Tech Stack

• ERP
• Oracle

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym Membership Discounts