Job Details

Inventory Control Specialist

Turn inventory into insightwhere accuracy drives everything.

A cutting-edge manufacturer supporting advanced, high-precision industries is seeking an experienced inventory control specialist to strengthen its supply chain and inventory operations. This temp-to-hire opportunity is ideal for a detail-driven inventory professional who understands cost accounting, inventory analytics, and manufacturing environmentsand who thrives in a fast-paced setting where accuracy and collaboration are essential to success.

Hours & Pay

Pay rate: $22.00 per hour

Shift: First shift, 6:00 AM 2:30 PM

Overtime: Available up to 4:30 PM

Employment type: Temp-to-hire

Training schedule:

• Day 1 orientation: 7:30 AM 4:00 PM
• Remainder of training week: 8:00 AM 4:00 PM

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This position offers competitive first-shift pay with overtime potential and a clear path to permanent employment. While working in the temp-to-hire phase, associates enjoy weekly pay and access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, a 401(k), employee discounts, and free staffing services. Once hired permanently, the company provides a strong benefits package including health coverage, pet insurance, and wellness-focused company programs. On-site amenities include a cafeteria, lockers, and readily available water stationssupporting comfort and productivity throughout the workday.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage inventory programs, including estimates, analysis, metrics tracking, and reporting
• Identify and resolve inventory discrepancies and issues proactively
• Increase inventory turns by customer product while meeting corporate performance goals
• Provide recommendations for purchasing strategies, inventory disposition, and overall inventory management
• Monitor purchase orders at a macro level for over-commits, cancellations, and push-outs
• Actively manage cycle count programs, reconciliations, audit metrics, and external audits
• Control ECNs and follow through on material disposition
• Perform final review and reconciliation of work order variances and closures
• Coordinate product transfers between manufacturing sites
• Communicate inventory status and insights effectively to leadership and cross-functional teams

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business or equivalent relevant experience
• 3+ years of inventory analyst experience
• Cost accounting experience strongly preferred
• Manufacturing experience as a scheduler or planner is a plus
• Strong Excel and Access skills
• Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (Visual ERP preferred)
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Ability to collaborate across departments and multiple sites
• Comfortable working under frequent interruptions
• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods
• Ability to lift 2550 lbs (with assistance for heavier items)
• Willingness to wear personal protective equipment when required
• Ability to work in an office environment with occasional moderate noise levels

Ready to take control of the numbers that matter?

If you bring strong inventory experience, a sharp analytical mindset, and a desire to grow into a long-term role with a forward-thinking manufacturer, this opportunity is for you.