Inventory Control Specialist

Role Overview

• The MRO Inventory Specialist is responsible for ensuring the right maintenance parts and supplies are available, accurate, and ready to support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Accurately transact inventory in the CMMS/ERP system JD Edwards (e.g., SAP, Maximo, Oracle).

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required, or two to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 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