Inventory Specialist

About Rumpke

Rumpke is a family‑owned and operated company that ranks among the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment, and the growth of our people. When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Additional benefits and perks

Responsibilities

• Issue necessary replacement parts to mechanics.
• Receive and unpack parts, verifying accuracy of shipment from vendor—including part numbers, quantities, and pricing.
• Receive, tag, stock, and disburse parts to technicians or outlying locations according to policies and procedures.
• Prepare purchase orders for purchases of parts and equipment.
• Perform weekly cycle counts and conduct physical inventory audits.
• Investigate and reconcile inventory reports.
• Prepare and process warranty claims.
• Return parts and cores according to policy and track credits accordingly.
• Complete inventory information and present it to management for efficient decision‑making, which may involve restocking.
• Process and maintain outbound deliveries electronically.
• Drive a company vehicle on daily/weekly routes to outlying locations as needed.
• Maintain a professional work atmosphere by communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co‑workers, and management.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the stock room; perform routine housekeeping duties in the parts room, shop, and work area.
• Corporate Inventory Specialists will process transfer purchase orders, issuing necessary replacement parts to outlying locations and relieving them from main inventory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills: Outlook, Excel (including statistics and pivot tables a plus), and Word.
• Ability to learn and maintain a solid understanding of inventory‑related best practices.
• Ability to effectively utilize parts manuals and manufacturer build sheets.
• Computer proficiency with strong data‑entry skills.

Experience & Knowledge

• Heavy‑duty truck parts experience preferred.
• 1–2 years office experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle parts, maintenance, and repair preferred.
• For corporate roles, a valid DOT Medical Card is preferred or the ability to obtain one within the first 90 days of employment.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a maximum of 20 lb.
• Occasionally lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a maximum of 35 lb.
• Rarely lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling a maximum of 75 lb.
• Occasionally working outside in changing temperatures, wet/humid conditions.
• Continuously working in areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, and other airborne matter.
• Occasionally stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Rarely climbing and/or balancing.
• Frequently sitting, standing, and walking.

Additional Working Conditions & Aspects

• No more than three moving violations within the last two years.
• Must not have any DUI’s or OVI’s within the last five years, or two within the last ten years.
• Possible exposure to high‑traffic conditions and/or tight driving areas.
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste.
• Ability to travel between offices as required.
• Ability to work flexible hours; expected to work nights and weekends as needed.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable).
• Must successfully complete pre‑employment testing.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rumpke Waste and Recycling is committed to equality in all aspects of employment. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.