Inventory Control Specialist - 1st Shift - Springfield, OH

Position OverviewInventory Control is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and optimizing inventory levels to support efficient warehouse operations and accurate financial reporting. This role ensures that all inventory transactions are performed accurately and on time, identifies discrepancies, and implements corrective actions to maintain inventory integrity.Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily inventory counts, cycle counts, and full physical inventory audits.
• Reconcile inventory discrepancies and investigate root causes.
• Update inventory records in the ERP/WMS system and ensure data accuracy.
• Track and monitor inbound and outbound shipments to ensure proper documentation.
• Collaborate with purchasing, production, and warehouse teams to maintain accurate material flow.
• Conduct inventory adjustments and prepare related reports for management.
• Identify slow-moving, obsolete, or excess inventory and recommend action plans.
• Maintain organized storage areas and ensure compliance with company standards.
• Assist in the development and implementation of inventory control procedures.
• Generate regular inventory reports (daily, weekly, monthly) for leadership.

Production Support

• Coordinate with production teams to ensure material staging and kitting are accurate.
• Document and report scrap, damaged materials, and material returns.
• Ensure accurate backflushing and BOM (Bill of Materials) consumption records.
• Assist with maintaining production schedules by tracking shortages and delays.

QualificationsEducation:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, or related field preferred.

Experience:

• 1–3 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or supply chain.
• Experience with ERP/WMS systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics) preferred.

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and inventory tracking tools.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Forklift certification is a plus (if applicable).

Working conditions

• Warehouse/production environment with regular interaction with forklifts, pallets, and machinery.
• May require occasional overtime or weekend shifts during inventory audits.

Physical requirements

• Ability to lift 40–50 lbs. as needed.
• Prolonged standing, bending, or walking in warehouse environments.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures (if applicable to facility).

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