Inventory Control Specialist

1.0 SUMMARY The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining the accuracy of components, wire, and other materials moving between receiving, storage, kitting, and production. This role independently verifies put-away and kitting activities, conducts cycle counts, investigates discrepancies, and ensures Zumasys M3 ERP bin locations and on-hand quantities match physical inventory. The position is intentionally focused on verification and inventory control rather than performing receiving, put-away, or kitting as primary duties. By checking these processes independently, the specialist helps identify errors before kits reach production and supports corrective action to address root causes. 2.0 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Put-Away Verification

• Audit completed put-aways daily to confirm the part number, quantity, and physical bin match the bin location recorded in M3.
• Verify 100% of put-aways for new hires and employees with recent errors; sample the remaining activity, targeting at least 20% of daily put-aways.
• Ensure put-away is confirmed in M3 only after material is physically placed in the assigned bin, using a scan or sign-off at the shelf rather than at the receiving desk.
• Maintain a designated “received, not yet put away” staging area and ensure it is cleared each shift. Kit Accuracy
• Audit kits before release to production, performing a full recount on new or high-value kits and sampling approximately 3–5 line items on other kits.
• Verify kit quantities against the M3 pick list, including unit of measure (each, feet, reels) and approved overage for setup or scrap.
• Record kit errors by kitter, part number, error type, and shift.
• Investigate production-reported shortages to determine whether the cause was a kitting count error, inventory error, or production overuse/scrap. Cycle Counting and Inventory Accuracy
• Run a daily ABC cycle-count program in M3 according to management-defined frequencies (for example, A items monthly, B items quarterly, and C items twice yearly).
• Count any bin that triggers a problem, including a shortage, “can't find” event during kitting, negative balance, or a zero-balance bin that still contains material.
• Investigate variances before making adjustments; post M3 adjustments with a reason code and obtain approval when established dollar or quantity thresholds are exceeded.
• Support or lead annual physical inventory activities.

Bin Location and ERP Control

• Maintain the M3 bin-location master, including naming standards, labeling, and adding or retiring locations. Ensure receiving selects from existing bins rather than creating uncontrolled locations.
• Keep physical bin labels aligned with M3 and ensure every M3 bin maps to a real physical location.
• Review M3 exception reports daily or weekly for negative on-hand balances, items in multiple bins, inactive bins, and unposted transactions.
• Recommend and develop barcode-scanning processes for receiving, put-away, and kit issue where supported by M3. Wire and Spool Control
• Establish dedicated wire-spool storage by spool diameter (6–18 inches), with a labeled location for each spool.
• Control wire issues and returns by weight or footage using a documented weight-per-foot conversion for each wire part number.
• Ensure partial spools returned from production are weighed, relabeled with remaining footage or quantity, and returned to the correct M3 bin or location. Root Cause and Process Improvement
• Track shortages by cause: kitting error, inventory/location error, or production overuse/scrap.
• Work with production supervisors to document overuse and scrap through a scrap/material-request form and an M3 transaction so these issues are not misidentified as kitting errors.
• Write and maintain work instructions for receiving, put-away, kitting, spool handling, and returns to stock.
• Train receiving, receiving inspection, put-away, and kitting personnel on both shifts; retrain based on error data.
• Report weekly accuracy metrics to management and lead brief shift-to-shift handoffs on open issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and follow all applicable warehouse, production, and ESD procedures.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned. 3.0 COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
• Inventory control, cycle counting, and inventory record accuracy.
• ERP/MRP inventory transactions, bin-location management, and inventory adjustments.
• Kit and put-away verification, part-number accuracy, and material traceability.
• Microsoft Excel, including sorting, filtering, basic formulas, and pivot tables.
• Ability to read and interpret part numbers, Bills of Materials (BOMs), pick lists, labels, and related material documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and discrepancy investigation.
• Ability to hold coworkers accountable to established standards and provide direct, respectful feedback.
• Strong organization, communication, and cross-functional collaboration. 4.0 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• At least 2 years of experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or materials handling in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with an ERP or MRP system, including inventory transactions, bin locations, cycle counts, and adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate counting, with the ability to recount and investigate until discrepancies are reconciled.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including sorting, filtering, basic formulas, and pivot tables.
• Ability to read and interpret part numbers, Bills of Materials (BOMs), pick lists, labels, and related material documentation.
• Ability to hold coworkers accountable to established standards and provide direct, respectful feedback. 5.0 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience with Zumasys M3 or another MultiValue-based ERP system.
• Experience developing inventory control processes.
• Experience developing or implementing barcode-scanning and labeling processes.
• Experience with electronic components or wire harness materials, including reels, cut tape, connectors, terminals, and wire spools.
• Familiarity with ESD handling and moisture-sensitive device (MSD) storage.
• APICS/ASCM CPIM certification or similar inventory training.
• Current forklift certification. 6.0 PHYSICAL DEMAND AND SAFETY
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds; larger wire spools may require a cart, hoist, or two-person lift.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for most of the shift and climb step ladders to access upper shelving.
• Ability to read small part markings and labels, with or without corrective lenses.
• Ability to work in a warehouse and production environment with ESD controls and follow all safety and ESD procedures.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Report to work fit for duty and free from the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other impairing substances.
• Actively participate in safety improvement activities.
• Report any unsafe practices by coworkers or contractors.
• Immediately report all injuries and other safety incidents. WE ARE COMMITTED TO A HIGH-PERFORMANCE CULTURE OF OWNERSHIP, RESPONSIBILITY, AND ACCOUNTABILITY WHICH WILL LEAD TO BREAKTHROUGH RESULTS IN SERVICE FOR OUR CUSTOMERS AND HIGHLY MOTIVATED EMPLOYEES.

Export Control Requirements (ITAR): This position requires access to controlled technical data. In accordance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, applicants must be a “U.S. Person,” which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), refugees, or asylees, or otherwise be eligible to obtain required export authorizations.