Inventory Control Clerk

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain precise material counts through daily transactions and scheduled cycle counts.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in inventory levels, usage, and locations.
• Ensure all material movements (receipts, issues, transfers, adjustments) are accurately entered into the ERP system.
• Verify materials received against purchase orders and packing slips.
• Inspect incoming materials for damage, accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
• Work closely with Purchasing and Receiving to resolve inconsistencies.
• Assist with put-away, material staging, kanban replenishment, and inventory rotation.
• Maintain organized shelving, labeling, and bin locations to support efficient material flow.
• Follow FIFO/FEFO procedures and ensure traceability of controlled materials.
• Prepare inventory reports for Production and Purchasing as needed.
• Maintain documentation for audits, traceability, and quality requirements.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures, safety requirements, and best practices.
• Communicate shortages, overages, and at-risk materials to production teams.
• Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Engineering, and Warehouse teams to troubleshoot inventory-related issues.
• Support internal audits, NCR investigations, and continuous improvement efforts.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in warehouse, inventory control, or material handling roles.
• Strong computer skills, including ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• A strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• A basic understanding of inventory principles (cycle counts, FIFO, material flow).
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.