Aerotek
Inventory Control Specialist
Aerotek, Saginaw, Texas, United States,
Inventory Control Specialist - Saginaw, TX
Job Description
We are looking for an Inventory Control Specialist to join our team in Fort Worth, Texas. As an Inventory Control Specialist, you are responsible for overseeing and managing inventory operations in a manufacturing environment, ensuring accurate and efficient inventory tracking, replenishment, and analysis. This role works closely with the production, supply chain, and quality control teams to maintain optimal inventory levels, minimize costs, and support uninterrupted production.
Responsibilities
Utilize our in-house IT system to identify and determine what needs to be ordered, then generate the purchase orders promptly, ensuring all specifications and quantities are accurate.
Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
Maintain regular communication with suppliers to clarify delivery schedules and quality expectations.
Resolve any issues related to order fulfillment, including discrepancies in quantities or product quality.
Assess supplier performance through metrics such as on-time delivery, quality of goods, and responsiveness.
Collaborate with relevant departments to maintain optimal stock levels, avoiding stockouts or excess inventory. Monitor inventory levels, analyze variances, and investigate discrepancies.
Assist in conducting regular inventory audits and reconciliations to ensure accurate inventory records.
Implement and maintain accurate inventory management practices to minimize waste.
Receive incoming shipments, verifying that they match corresponding purchase orders and delivery documents.
Unload shipments and move goods to designated storage areas while adhering to safety protocols.
Label goods correctly in line with our production system, ensuring all items are identified accurately for easy tracking and retrieval.
Conduct thorough inspections of received items to assess quality and ensure compliance with specifications.
Identify and document discrepancies, damages, or quality issues, reporting them to management and relevant departments.
Accurately enter received goods into the inventory management system, updating stock levels in real-time.
Maintain organized records of all incoming shipments, including delivery notes, invoices, and inspection reports.
Oversee the organization’s courier services and logistics operations.
Review current courier partnerships to assess performance and service quality.
Source and evaluate new courier options to ensure optimal value and efficiency.
Continuously seek opportunities to improve logistics processes and reduce costs.
Monitor and analyze invoicing for accuracy and identify discrepancies.
Collaborate with other departments to enhance customer expectations and requirements.
Assist in the setup and implementation of the weighing and labeling function within our DM system.
Collaborate with suppliers, procurement teams, and staff to resolve issues related to incoming goods and purchasing.
Collaborate with customer service on orders affected by discrepancies or delays, ensuring they can inform their customers as quickly as possible.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Logistics, or related field or equivalent work experience.
At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role, which involved high-volume stock management and movement.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and inventory management software.
Strong IT Literacy and ability to demonstrate proficient use of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Ability to demonstrate a high level of numeracy and mathematical skills and accuracy in this area.
Ability to keep track of multiple tasks or projects and manage their own time.
Strong organizational skills and ability to delegate effectively.
Strong attention to detail, including data input, checking information, and form completion.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work additional hours when required to support production needs.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Inventory management
Data entry
SAP
Why Work Here?
We offer a competitive salary along with the following benefits: Health Insurance, Retirement Plans, Paid Time Off, Professional Development, Life Insurance and Disability Coverage.
Work Environment
Brand new manufacturing facility. Highly automated. 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Fort Worth, Texas.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Job Description
We are looking for an Inventory Control Specialist to join our team in Fort Worth, Texas. As an Inventory Control Specialist, you are responsible for overseeing and managing inventory operations in a manufacturing environment, ensuring accurate and efficient inventory tracking, replenishment, and analysis. This role works closely with the production, supply chain, and quality control teams to maintain optimal inventory levels, minimize costs, and support uninterrupted production.
Responsibilities
Utilize our in-house IT system to identify and determine what needs to be ordered, then generate the purchase orders promptly, ensuring all specifications and quantities are accurate.
Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
Maintain regular communication with suppliers to clarify delivery schedules and quality expectations.
Resolve any issues related to order fulfillment, including discrepancies in quantities or product quality.
Assess supplier performance through metrics such as on-time delivery, quality of goods, and responsiveness.
Collaborate with relevant departments to maintain optimal stock levels, avoiding stockouts or excess inventory. Monitor inventory levels, analyze variances, and investigate discrepancies.
Assist in conducting regular inventory audits and reconciliations to ensure accurate inventory records.
Implement and maintain accurate inventory management practices to minimize waste.
Receive incoming shipments, verifying that they match corresponding purchase orders and delivery documents.
Unload shipments and move goods to designated storage areas while adhering to safety protocols.
Label goods correctly in line with our production system, ensuring all items are identified accurately for easy tracking and retrieval.
Conduct thorough inspections of received items to assess quality and ensure compliance with specifications.
Identify and document discrepancies, damages, or quality issues, reporting them to management and relevant departments.
Accurately enter received goods into the inventory management system, updating stock levels in real-time.
Maintain organized records of all incoming shipments, including delivery notes, invoices, and inspection reports.
Oversee the organization’s courier services and logistics operations.
Review current courier partnerships to assess performance and service quality.
Source and evaluate new courier options to ensure optimal value and efficiency.
Continuously seek opportunities to improve logistics processes and reduce costs.
Monitor and analyze invoicing for accuracy and identify discrepancies.
Collaborate with other departments to enhance customer expectations and requirements.
Assist in the setup and implementation of the weighing and labeling function within our DM system.
Collaborate with suppliers, procurement teams, and staff to resolve issues related to incoming goods and purchasing.
Collaborate with customer service on orders affected by discrepancies or delays, ensuring they can inform their customers as quickly as possible.
Essential Skills
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, Logistics, or related field or equivalent work experience.
At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role, which involved high-volume stock management and movement.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and inventory management software.
Strong IT Literacy and ability to demonstrate proficient use of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Ability to demonstrate a high level of numeracy and mathematical skills and accuracy in this area.
Ability to keep track of multiple tasks or projects and manage their own time.
Strong organizational skills and ability to delegate effectively.
Strong attention to detail, including data input, checking information, and form completion.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work additional hours when required to support production needs.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Inventory management
Data entry
SAP
Why Work Here?
We offer a competitive salary along with the following benefits: Health Insurance, Retirement Plans, Paid Time Off, Professional Development, Life Insurance and Disability Coverage.
Work Environment
Brand new manufacturing facility. Highly automated. 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Fort Worth, Texas.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.