Job Title: Inventory Control Specialist

The Inventory Control Specialist will maintain the organization’s inventory. They will receive and ship items while maintaining accurate records of inventory. This person will work alongside a dedicated team in a fast paced environment. The Inventory Control Specialist will communicate departmental needs with the inventory control team and ensure proper policies and procedures are being followed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Notifies the Inventory Control Leader of any discrepancies between what was ordered and what was received.
• Provides inventory reports to Inventory Control Leader.
• Maintains accurate daily records of goods received and shipments made.
• Manages and maintains inventory system; facilitates upgrades to related database and/or software under the direction of the purchasing or inventory control manager.
• Conducts frequent spot and partial audits of physical inventory.
• Assists with periodic physical inventory audits.
• Prepares supply orders by pulling materials, packing boxes, creating shipping labels, and preparing materials for company orders.
• Prepares production orders by pulling and preparing materials for production team.
• Assists in unloading trucks, checking in materials, matching packing list to items received.
• Moves materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designated areas while maintaining accurate records of movements.
• Maintains safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and workstations neat.
• Complete required reports and records.
• Operates forklift truck when necessary.
• Performs other related duties as requested.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Excellent communication skills with warehouse Team Members, outside departments, and external vendors.
• Basic understanding of inventory control procedures.
• Extremely organized and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with computerized inventory systems required.
• Forklift operator certification preferred.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to navigate warehouse and reach items both high and low.