Inventory Control Specialist

INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST Department: Production Reports To: Production Manager / Supply Supervisor POSITION SUMMARY The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory levels, ensuring material availability to support production, and enforcing proper material handling practices. This role will track inventory movement, investigate discrepancies, and support continuous improvement of inventory accuracy throughout the facility. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Inventory Management & Control  Maintain accurate counts of raw materials, WIP, finished goods, and consumables.  Perform scheduled cycle counts and full physical inventories.  Investigate count variances and report root causes.  Monitor shelf-life and manage non-conforming, obsolete, or scrap inventory. Material Movement  Issue materials to jobs/work orders in the ERP/MRP system.  Stage materials for production and ensure proper labeling.  Receive, log, and put away incoming goods using established procedures.  Return unused materials to proper locations and update records. Data & System Utilization  Perform transactions in ERP/MRP systems (issues, transfers, adjustments).  Run reports to identify shortages, slow movers, or overstock.  Maintain part location master records. Communication & Support  Collaborate with production, purchasing, shipping/receiving, and quality departments.  Communicate shortages or delays proactively.  Assist in developing improved storage layouts and procedures. REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS  High school diploma or GED required; additional technical training preferred.  2+ years of inventory, warehouse, or material handling experience (manufacturing preferred).  Strong understanding of ERP/MRP system transactions.  Basic knowledge of lean principles (5S, waste reduction).  Strong attention to detail and accuracy.  Ability to read job travelers, BOMs, and work orders.  Forklift certification or ability to obtain one. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS  Stand/walk for extended periods.  Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.  Bend, stoop, reach, and climb ladders as needed.  Operate material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, cart). KEY COMPETENCIES  Time management  Organizational skill  Reliability & accountability  Problem-solving  Clear communication  Data accuracy focus PERFORMANCE INDICATORS  Cycle count accuracy percentage  Inventory discrepancy reduction  Production line downtime due to material issues  Transaction accuracy  Location integrity WORK ENVIRONMENT  Manufacturing floor and warehouse environment  Exposure to noise, dust, and equipment traffic  Required use of PPE per company standard ADDITIONAL DUTIES  Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen/5S).  Support audits as needed.  Other tasks as assigned by Production management. CEPEDA Associates, Inc. is an engineering and manufacturing company located in Louisville, KY, specializing in providing service and equipment to the U.S. Navy. CEPEDA is ISO 9001:2008 compliant and fully qualified to manufacture and test Level I/SUBSAFE equipment. For more than 40 years, CEPEDA has manufactured, serviced, and upgraded life support equipment and other complex mechanical components for the U.S. Navy’s submarine fleet. CEPEDA’s equipment is responsible for removing atmospheric contaminants such as carbon dioxide (CO2), carbon monoxide (CO), hydrogen (H2), and other volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Plus, CEPEDA has over 30 years of experience with equipment in high-pressure applications. Aside from our normal array of equipment, CEPEDA offers build-to-print manufacturing for numerous other mechanical applications. As we look to the future, CEPEDA is excited to play an important role in the development and production of mission-critical equipment for the DoD and participate in any research, development, testing, and manufacturing of next-generation hardware. CEPEDA is 100% employee owned! Our benefits package is like no other: Company paid health, dental and vision coverage for employees AND their dependents Company paid life insurance, short term and long term disability for employees Company funded ESOP Personal time totaling 8 days Two weeks of vacation after one year of service Eight paid holidays Paid shutdown between Christmas and New Year Company paid uniforms Reimbursement for PPE after 90 days Annual pay increases Annual bonuses Flexible schedule (Monday - Thursday, 6am - 4:30 pm with Fridays being optional for overtime or make up time) Safe, respectful, positive culture Applicants must pass a background check and drug test. Applicants must be a US Citizen and have no citizenship with another country. Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you a US Citizen? What country/countries do you have citizenship in? Must pass a background check and drug test. Work Location: In person