Inventory, Quality & Safety Manager

About this position

This role serves as a key operational partner to the Site Director, ensuring the successful execution, compliance, and continuous improvement of FlackTek's South Carolina operations. Key responsibilities include inventory control, incoming quality inspection, and safety compliance programs.

• Own inventory accuracy, incoming quality, and safety compliance for the South Carolina operation
• Maintain accurate inventory records within inventory management systems
• Perform routine cycle counts and physical inventory audits
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies
• Receive, inspect, and disposition incoming materials from vendors
• Verify incoming cups, lids, packaging, and supplies meet quality expectations before inventory acceptance
• Document and communicate supplier quality concerns
• Coordinate follow-up on supplier corrective actions when needed
• Ensure proper labeling, storage, and organization of inventory
• Monitor inventory levels and identify replenishment needs
• Update inventory transactions in real time
• Generate inventory, quality, and safety reports for management review
• Maintain inventory documentation and audit records
• Maintain OSHA compliance records and required safety documentation
• Lead routine site safety inspections and audits
• Identify and implement workplace safety improvements
• Support incident investigations and corrective action plans
• Partner with the Site Director on operational improvement initiatives
• Analyze operational data and recommend process improvements
• Develop and maintain site operating procedures
• Collaborate with the Warehouse Manager on inventory flow, receiving, and fulfillment support
• Communicate inventory, quality, and safety issues proactively
• Support facility transition activities as operations move from Landrum, SC to the Greer, SC area

Primary Outcomes

• Inventory Accuracy Rate = 98%
• Cycle Count Completion Rate = 95% Monthly
• Incoming Material Acceptance Rate Tracking & Reporting
• Supplier Quality Issues Resolved Within Established Corrective Action Timelines
• 100% Completion of Required OSHA and Safety Documentation
• Zero Preventable OSHA Violations
• Monthly Safety Audits Completed On Time
• Corrective Actions Closed Within Established Deadlines
• Warehouse Safety Compliance Rate = 100%

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in inventory control, quality assurance, safety, warehouse operations, manufacturing, supply chain, or related operational environments
• Experience conducting inventory audits, cycle counts, and discrepancy investigations
• Experience administering safety programs, audits, inspections, or OSHA-related initiatives
• Experience in inspecting incoming materials and evaluating product quality standards
• Experience identifying operational issues and implementing corrective actions
• Experience working independently in a fast-paced operational environment
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard business software, experience using inventory management systems, ERP systems, or warehouse management systems, ability to analyze operational data and prepare reports, working knowledge of inventory control, quality assurance, and safety compliance practices, strong documentation, audit, and recordkeeping skills

Prior to Employment

• Background investigation
• Pre-employment drug screening
• Verification of eligibility to work in the United States

About FlackTek

FlackTek™ specializes in high-speed, bladeless centrifugal mixing technology, delivering advanced materials processing solutions since 1996. They combine decades of technical expertise with nationally sourced, high-quality components to provide the most advanced centrifugal mixing systems on the market.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000
• Health Benefits: Optional health, dental, and vision insurance plus company-paid virtual and in-person primary care via Nice Healthcare, short- and long-term disability and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Company Benefits: 401(k) Plan with Employer Match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with company discount, 10 annual company-paid holidays, 128 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued in first year

About Us

FlackTek is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. They provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment.