About the Role
An Inventory Specialist manages a company's stock to ensure accurate records, sufficient supply, and efficient distribution. This professional plays a critical role in the supply chain by tracking inventory movement, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining an organized stockroom. In this role, you will support a fast-paced manufacturing plant environment producing multiple product lines within the audio-visual (AV) industry, including the assembly of projectors, screens, and window shades. Working within our NetSuite ERP environment and supported by RF (radio-frequency) scanning technology, you will ensure that materials, components, and finished goods are accurately tracked from receipt through production and final shipment. The Inventory Specialist is essential to keeping production lines supplied, maintaining inventory accuracy, and supporting on-time order fulfillment across all product lines.
Responsibilities
- Track stock levels using a warehouse management system (WMS) or other inventory software, including NetSuite ERP and RF scanners.
- Receive and inspect incoming goods, verify against purchase orders, and process outgoing orders for shipment.
- Perform regular inventory cycle counts and assist with full physical inventory audits.
- Investigate and resolve inventory variances, updating inventory systems accordingly.
- Organize, clean, and optimize the stockroom or warehouse for efficient storage and accessibility.
- Safely and efficiently operate material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Process damaged goods and product returns.
- Accurately pick items for orders, package them securely, and prepare necessary shipping documentation.
- Collaborate with purchasing, production, and warehouse staff to manage inventory flows and forecast needs.
- Prepare and provide inventory reports to management.
- Communicate inventory problems, such as potential stockouts or discrepancies, to management.
- Adhere to all safety standards, company procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Implement procedures to mitigate shrinkage from theft, damage, and inaccurate records.
- Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance inventory management efficiency and accuracy.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of prior experience in a similar inventory, warehouse, or manufacturing role using ERP systems and warehouse scanning systems.
- Demonstrated experience in inventory control within a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of cycle counting, physical inventory audits, and discrepancy resolution.
- Proficiency with material handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record keeping.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Reliability and commitment to a consistent, fully on-site work schedule.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly throughout the shift.
- Ability to stand and be on your feet for up to 8–10 hours per shift.
- Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and move throughout the warehouse and production floor as required.
- Ability to safely operate material handling equipment in an active manufacturing environment.
Skills
- NetSuite ERP
- RF scanners
- Warehouse Management System (WMS)
- Material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks)
- Inventory control
- Cycle counting
- Physical inventory audits
- Discrepancy resolution
- Data entry
- Record keeping
- Collaboration
- Lean inventory practices
- 5S
- Continuous improvement methodologies
Location
- AUSTIN, TX 78758
Work Type
- Full Time
- On-site
Experience Level
- 1 year of prior experience
Education Level
- High School
Salary/Compensations
- $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly
Benefits
- Forklift certification training can be provided for qualified candidates.
About the Company
- Supports a fast-paced manufacturing plant environment producing multiple product lines within the audio-visual (AV) industry, including the assembly of projectors, screens, and window shades.
