Inventory Control Specialist
Schweid & Sons
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Carlstadt • New Jersey • United States
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Salary
💰 $60,000 - $70,000 per year
About the role
- Oversee inventory operations to ensure accurate tracking, efficient storage, and timely distribution of materials to meet production demands.
- Manage store, track, and distribute inventory throughout the warehouse.
- Monitor and maintain accurate inventory levels to support production requirements.
- Conduct daily cycle counts and regular physical inventories; reconcile and resolve discrepancies.
- Develop, implement, and maintain inventory control procedures and best practices to optimize stock levels and minimize costs.
- Provide subject matter advice on inventory planning and control.
- Allocate materials to production based on schedules and requirements.
- Ensure timely delivery of materials to production areas to prevent downtime.
- Collaborate with production managers to forecast material needs and adjust inventory levels accordingly.
- Maintain accurate records of inventory transactions including receipts, transfers, and shipments.
- Enter real-time data into inventory management systems.
- Track and report key inventory metrics, usage trends, and discrepancies.
- Communicate inventory status, stock needs, and material usage patterns to management.
- Inspect incoming materials for accuracy, quality, and compliance with company standards.
- Address quality issues with suppliers and coordinate returns or replacements as needed.
- Work closely with purchasing, logistics, and production teams to ensure smooth inventory flow.
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
- Participate in safety training and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Operate forklifts safely and efficiently.
- Maintain valid forklift certification and follow all safety standards.
Requirements
- Proven experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, or related role.
- Strong understanding of inventory control principles.
- Experience with inventory management systems and data analysis tools.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and recommend process improvements.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to lift and carry heavy materials as required.
- Bilingual (English & Spanish) preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Degree or coursework in supply chain management, logistics, or a related field preferred.
Benefits
- Time Off: PTO, Safe & Sick Time, and Paid Holidays.
- Health Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, HRA and voluntary disability benefits.
- Financial Benefits: 401(k) + employer match and life insurance.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
inventory managementwarehouse operationsinventory control principlesdata analysiscycle countsinventory metrics trackingmaterial allocationforklift operationinventory management systems
Soft Skills
organizational skillstime-management skillsattention to detaildata analysiscommunication skillscollaboration skills
Certifications
forklift certification