Inventory Control Specialist

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Title: Inventory Control Specialist

Company: Global Power Components – www.globalpowercomponents.com

Location: Milwaukee, WI (onsite 5-days/week)

Hire Type: Temp-to-Hire (3+ months)

Description:

Global Power Components produces weld assemblies, fabricated metal buildings, and large complex assemblies of power equipment. The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, supporting material traceability, and ensuring inventory control processes are consistently executed throughout the organization. This position works closely with Production, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Warehouse personnel to support inventory accuracy, material availability, and continuous process improvement. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of identifying and resolving inventory discrepancies while supporting efficient material management practices.

Responsibilities:

Inventory Accuracy & Control

• Maintain accurate inventory records within the ERP system.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies between physical inventory and system records.
• Perform cycle counts and assist with physical inventory audits.
• Reconcile inventory variances and implement corrective actions to improve inventory accuracy.
• Ensure inventory transactions are completed accurately and timely.
• Monitor inventory integrity and identify opportunities for process improvement.

Material Management

• Create, maintain, and audit inventory storage locations.
• Establish and maintain part identification and labeling standards.
• Support receiving, stocking, kitting, issuing, transferring, and returning inventory through established procedures.
• Ensure materials are properly stored, identified, and traceable throughout the manufacturing process.
• Coordinate material movements between warehouse and production areas as needed.

ERP & Inventory Transactions

• Process and monitor inventory transactions within the ERP system.
• Support material transfers, material substitutions, job transfers, and inventory adjustments.
• Work with Purchasing, Engineering, and Production teams to resolve inventory-related inventory issues.

Continuous Improvement

• Develop, document, and maintain inventory control procedures and work instructions.
• Support 5S and inventory organization initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy, inventory visibility, and material flow.
• Participate in process improvement projects related to inventory management and ERP utilization.
• Assist in the development and implementation of standardized inventory control practices across facilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in Inventory Control, Warehouse Operations, Supply Chain, Materials Management, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy.
• Basic understanding of inventory control principles and material management practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard business software.
• Ability to analyze inventory data and resolve discrepancies.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems, preferably Epicor.
• Experience with cycle counting, inventory audits, and inventory reconciliation.
• Familiarity with Smartsheet and advanced Excel functions.
• Manufacturing inventory control experience.

Work Requirements:

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel between company facilities (less than 10 miles apart).
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift materials throughout the workday.
• Ability to work in warehouse and manufacturing environments.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.